Highfield station – explore the opportunities

959 Eighty Eight Valley Road, Wakefield

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Description

Steeped in history, Highfield Station was one of the first stations established in the Tasman region around 1850. Remarkably, it has remained in the same family for six generations—so when we say this is a rare and unique opportunity, we mean it.

From the moment you enter through the grand entrance, it's clear that this is no ordinary property. Every turn reveals another special feature, highlighting why this land has been cherished in the family for so long. Towering native trees, including majestic Rimu and Totara, frame the stunning grounds and established gardens, setting the scene for the original grand four-bedroom homestead, complete with a tennis court and swimming pool.

Beyond the homestead and heading out onto the land you will find a real mixed contour with approximately 530 Ha effective productive grazing land, comprising of a substantial area of prime flat to rolling productive pasture, with the balance of the effective land being scenic hill country grazing, enriched by winding creeks, native gullies, and mature bushland. A large block of established native forest and a small stand of second-rotation pine add further diversity to the landscape. The land is currently leased for sheep and beef fattening.

The Station is 754 Ha in total, being in 12 Titles there are plenty of options on the table to look at now and or for the next owner in the future. The potential options available include:

(1) 753 Ha in 11 Titles

(2) Approx. 239 Ha being everything Nor west of Eighty Eight valley Rd including the tidy 4 bedroom home & second older dwelling (as is) ad all farm infrastructure.

(3) Approx. 514Ha Est of Eighty-Eight valley road with original homestead, grazing land and bush block

Other improvements include a 2nd dwelling being a 4-bedroom tidy home, a 3rd original run down/empty cottage, cattle yards, sheep yards, shearing sheds and multiple implement sheds and workshop.

When it comes to the location for a property of this significance and scale it would be near impossible to beat being just a short drive to Wakefield village and having everything that Tasman has to offer at your fingertips – so enjoy complete remoteness and country living without missing out on anything!

If this property has caught your attention, rest assured—it will exceed expectations. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate this extraordinary, historic, and cherished family estate.

Property Information

Location 959 Eighty Eight Valley Road, Wakefield

Legal Description Lot 1 DP 6941 Lot 1– 3 DP 6109 PT Lot 1 DP 5686 Lots 12 DP 7776 Lot 2-3 DP 5314 PTS Lots 2 Lot 3 DP2848 SECS 70-72 74-77 86-87 PT SECSS 48 70 70A 73 Wai-iti Hills Dist SECS 15-16 21 24 PT SECS 9 14 20 SEC 45 Waimea SD PT SEC 18 BLK IV Gordon SD ( Conservation Covenant DP 17728 on PT SEC 18 BLK IV Gordon SD)

Local Authority Tasman District Council

Certificate of Titles NL8A/375, NL8A/369, NL8A/370, NL8A/365, NL8A/366,, NL6A/1020, NL8A/363, NL8A/372, NL8A/373, and NL8A/374

Land Area 753.3953 HA more or less ( less 1.1963 HA title to be sold separately)

Valuation (Sept 2023) RV: $7,735,000 LV: $6,180,000 VI: $1,555,000

Annual Rates $16,806.94 Tasman District Council ( 2024/25 year)

Tenure Freehold

Zoned Rural 2 and Conservation

MAIN DWELLING

Built Circa: 1925 approx.—with renovations approx. 50 years ago

Construction: Weatherboard

Roof: Decromastic Tile and Rubber Membrane

Joinery: Timber and Aluminium

Garaging: Triple Lock Up Garage, Single Lock Up, Separate Carport

Kitchen: Original, Open Plan with Pantry and Breakfast Bar

Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms with built in wardrobes

Additional Rooms: Office, Pool Room and Rumpus Room

Bathrooms: 2, bath with separate shower

Laundry: Separate

Flooring: Carpet and Vinyl

Insulation: Ceiling and Floor

Heating/ Cooling: Electric, 2 Open Fires

Water Heating: Electric

Water: Spring Gravity Feed

Sewerage: Septic Tank

Swimming Pool: Swimming Pool with Changing Rooms/ Pool Shed and Pump Room

Chlorine, In Ground, Security Fenced. (Heated, but Heater requires repair

Not Currently compliant with TDC

Tennis Court

SECOND DWELLING

Built Circa: 1960’s approx. Managers House

Construction: Split Concrete Block

Roof: Pressed Metal Chip Tile

Joinery: Aluminium

Garaging: Large Single Carport

Kitchen: Original, Open Plan

Bedrooms: 4 bedrooms, (3 with double wardrobes)

Additional Rooms: Office

Bathrooms: 2

Laundry: Separate

Flooring: Carpet

Heating/ Cooling: Wood Fire

Water Heating: Electric

Water: Spring Gravity Feed

Sewerage: Septic Tank

Chattels Included: Fixed Floor Coverings, Drapes, Stove, Dishwasher, Rangehood, Extractor Fan, Wall Oven, Light Fittings, Heat Pumo, Smoke Detectors, Woodfire x2, Satellite Dish, TV Aerial, Swimming Pool Pumps, Shearing Machines, Wool Press