"Bimbi Vale", Kentucky, 2354

Welcome

“Bimbi Vale” is a well-maintained 220ha (544 acres) rural holding offered by MacDougall Rural Property, located at 6832 New England Highway at Kentucky. The property combines productive commercial grazing potential with a highly appealing cool-climate lifestyle, supported by excellent modern infrastructure and strong long-term environmental values.

Positioned on the New England Highway, the property sits approximately 19km south-west of Uralla, 40km south-west of Armidale and 68km north-east of Tamworth, placing it within easy reach of these key regional centres.

Current Operations

“Bimbi Vale” is exceptionally well set up, with direct highway access and two entrances. Infrastructure includes an 18m x 12m concrete-floor workshop, a drive-through 12m x 12m hay shed, two machinery sheds, a two-stand shearing shed, and two shipping containers for secure storage. Animal facilities include large weatherproof runs with automatic troughs. Grazing management is supported by 42 paddocks fenced to land type for high-density, short-duration grazing, mostly using two electric wires, and a central ridge laneway that streamlines livestock movement (and may suit an airstrip with minor work). Equine infrastructure includes three large brick stables, a stallion paddock, a rubber-lined round yard, and a converted cool room for vermin-proof, temperature-controlled tack storage, with capacity to add further modular stables within the hay shed.

Environmental Credentials

A standout feature of “Bimbi Vale” is its environmental credibility and documented natural capital. The property has hosted numerous Landcare field days highlighting soil health, riparian management, grazing systems and revegetation. Works undertaken include engineered woodlands, fenced riparian corridors with off-creek watering, native plantings and wildlife-friendly fencing. More than 20 years of careful grazing management of native pastures using Holistic Management has supported a diverse range of native grasses, forbs and wildflowers, contributing to habitat for endangered and vulnerable fauna. Recent sightings include Little Eagles, pygmy possums, koalas, wallabies, possums and Bell’s Turtles. Several dams are stocked with Golden Perch and Murray Cod, now plate-sized and showing signs of breeding.

Potential

The property also features an established Hipcamp presence with camping and caravan sites, scenic views and recreation options such as walking, fishing and mountain biking. With its location between Sydney and Brisbane and proximity to world heritage wilderness areas, this eco-tourism offering has potential for further development as a meaningful income stream. Additional future opportunities may include livestock production, biodiversity stewardship agreements, conservation agreements, carbon offset projects, performance horse breeding and development, and expanded recreation or tourism enterprises.

Lay of the Land

The land ranges from approximately 1020m to 1100m above sea level, comprising undulating, mostly arable fine granite country. Looanga Creek and several gullies traverse the property, which is described as easy to move around and straightforward to manage. Healthy timber stands provide shelter and amenity, with species including apple box, stringy bark, ironbark, casuarina and kurrajong.

Water security is a key strength: 26 dams, a bore and two solar pumps supply a 105,000L header tank that gravity-feeds troughs across the farm via more than 6km of poly pipe. Average district rainfall is 790mm per annum, supported by extensive historical rainfall records.

Housing

“Bimbi Vale” has a modern brick home with three large bedrooms (built-ins), a new kitchen, renovated family bathroom, north-facing open-plan living areas warmed by a large wood fire, plus a mudroom with a second toilet and an office/storage space. The home is set high for expansive views, with a three-vehicle concrete carport, 5.6kW solar and battery connected to the grid, and 150,000-litre rainwater storage. Established native gardens attract abundant birdlife, and a productive vegetable garden and orchard add to self-sufficiency.

The District

Nearby, Uralla provides essential rural services and community amenities including schooling, hospitality venues, supermarkets, cafes and agricultural supplies. Armidale offers broader commercial, education and cultural facilities, including private schools, the University of New England and TAFE. Tamworth is a major regional hub known for its annual Country Music Festival and for the Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre (AELEC), as well as diverse agribusiness and manufacturing activity.

To arrange an inspection of “Bimbi Vale” please contact Graham MacDougall on 0412 220 302