675 Rakaia Terrace Road, Te Pirita, Selwyn
Deadline Sale 15 July 2025
848.12 ha
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"The Craig” 848 ha, Te Pirita
Property Brokers are privileged to offer to market The Craig—an exceptional freehold property located in the renowned Te Pirita area of Central Canterbury, rarely available in this tightly held district. Consisting of 848 ha held in eight titles across two broad terraces, this is your opportunity to secure a large-scale, irrigated platform with proven performance and multiple land-use options. Large-Scale Finishing or Dairy Support: Currently operated as a productive sheep and beef finishing unit with a strong track record of dairy support, including 180 ha of dedicated winter feed. Irrigation: approximately 524 ha spray-irrigated via four centre pivots drawing from both consented groundwater wells and the reliable Central Plains Water Scheme—delivering year round productivity. Efficient Farm Layout: reticulated stock-water system, modern cattle yards & 5-stand woolshed with covered yards, full suite of implement & storage sheds. Accommodation: substantial four-bedroom bay-villa homestead with new four-car garage & studio, renovated two-bedroom cottage, additional older weatherboard home. Conversion Potential: Flat contour, reliable water, and existing dairy-support infrastructure make The Craig a genuine candidate for future dairy conversion (subject to consent). Large, irrigated assets of this calibre seldom come to market in Central Canterbury. Whether you’re expanding finishing operations, securing scale for dairy support, or eyeing a full conversion, The Craig delivers the footprint, water, and infrastructure to underpin long-term success.
675 Rakaia Terrace Road, Te Pirita, Selwyn
Web ID
DFR199000
Land area
848.12 ha
District rates
$62,417.30pa
LV
$27,500,000
RV
$29,760,000
Deadline Sale (unless sold prior)
Tuesday, 15 July 2025, 1.00pm
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