LITTLE MINNOWS
Little Minnows, a private and picturesque farm on the banks of the Wingecarribee River.
Little minnows is the quintessential Southern Highlands farm on the doorstep of the thriving Bowral Village. The property offers a showcase of nature with approx 1.2km river frontage, lush gardens, drystone walls, vineyard, variety of juniper and orchard trees. There is a DA approval for a distillery in the purpose built shed. There are also spectacular elevated view points and a comfortable country style residence.
The Residence.
The Richard Rowe designed homestead reflects a country style and charm with feature hardwood beams, sourced from an old railway bridge at Bungendore. The house is a solid construction of double brick and the current owners have installed a new heating system throughout. The 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers
a mixture of entertaining options with a large open plan kitchen, dining and lounge at its heart. The double glazed windows and doors provide lovely picture views over the garden and river. For outdoor entertaining there is sun-filled paved courtyard, enclosed sunroom and a separate verandah overlooking the river.
Floorplan.
The Gardens.
Little Minnows gardens are beautiful with stunning drystone walls, colourful garden beds and lush green lawn from the house down to the river. There is a lovely mixture of mature trees which provide excellent shade in summer and a cool micro climate to unwind in summer. The rich soils and abundance of water ensures the garden and trees are well maintained and vibrant in bloom.
Vineyard, Orchard & Distillery.
Little Minnows has an approved DA for a distillery, which would be located in the rear garden behind the residence. The purpose-built shed is insulated, and climate controlled with high ceilings and concrete flooring. There are approx 60 juniper trees
(Botanicals) and 120 orchard trees on the farm and a 1 hectare vineyard of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. The farms’ location and commercial opportunities for Little Minnows, would also be suitable for other tourism ventures (STCA).
Distillery Shed
Residence
The Farm & Livestock.
The farm currently runs a herd of approximately 50 cows with calf. The soils are rich and fertile with the land rising from the river to rolling hillside.
Lucerne has been grown for hay and silage. Water is a standout feature with approx 1.2km frontage to the Wingecarribee River, high annual rainfall (803 millimetres), natural springs and 800,000 litres of water tank storage. There are excellent stands of native and introduced trees throughout the property plus a combination of improved and native pastures.
The Location.
Bowral is a picturesque town located in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, Australia, known for its charming blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. Nestled amidst rolling hills and lush landscapes, Bowral boasts stunning gardens, heritage buildings, and a vibrant arts scene. It has become a popular
destination for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. The town’s cool climate and fertile soil make it ideal for cultivating a variety of plants, particularly the tulips that famously bloom in Corbett Gardens during the annual Tulip Time Festival, drawing tourists from all over. Little Minnows to the following destinations
Source: google.com/maps (Approximate times and distances)
Bringelly Picton
Sydney
Goulburn
Bowral
Cowra
Boorowa
Nowra
Wollongong
Liverpool
Ulladulla
Moss Vale
Kiama
Canberra
Crookwell
Little Minnows
Berrima
40km
100km
The Climate.
The closest weather station to Little Minnows, recording rainfall is located at Bowral.
In Bowral, the summers are comfortable and partly cloudy and the winters are short, cold, and mostly clear. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 2°C to 24°C and is rarely below -2°C or above 30°C.
The growing season in Bowral typically lasts for 8.7 months (264 days), from around 9 September to around 30 May, rarely starting before 14 August or after 4 October, and rarely ending before 3 May or after 23 June.
Source: Bureau of Meteorology (Australian Government
Title Details.
Land sizes are approximate and subject to survey and Contract For Sale
LITTLE MINNOWS
7 Minnows Drive, Bowral NSW 2576
47.78 Hectares (118 Acres) Lot 17 DP869704
Garden Studio
Machinery Shed
Distillery Shed Solar Pump Yards
Vineyard Front Gate
Orchard Residence
Property Address
Property Details.
7 Minnows Drive, Bowral NSW 2576
1 x 4-Bedroom main residence, 3-bathrooms, 2-car garage (Built 1994)
1 x New heating system throughout the residence
1 x Machinery Shed with lock-up storage
1 x Gin Shed (DA approved for a Distillery)
1 x Garden Art Studio
Improvements
1 x 50 head Steel cattle yards, under cover crush
9 x Paddocks (All with water)
1 Hectare vineyard (Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier)
60 x Juniper trees and shrubs (Botanicals for Gin)
120 x Orchard trees
Water 1 x Bore (Aquifer), river, 2 x dams plus 800,000 litres rainwater in storage tanks
Council Wingecarribee Shire Council
Rates $1,045 per quarter
Services 3 Phase power, mail & garbage at front gate, landline, NBN via Sky Muster
Waste Water 3 x Bio septic enviro cycle systems
Solar Power Solar powered river pump (Stock & domestic rights)
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