Owners are keen to negotiate a sale that will satisfy both parties. As you meander down the tar sealed driveway, you will start to encompass the beauty of what this property offers! Indulge yourself in this lovely original circa 1897 built home (originally owned by the Ness family) which was extended to accommodate the current owner's large family (who are only the 3rd owner since the property was gazetted in 1897). The property sits on near 17 hectares (43 acres) and is fully fenced. This fertile property has a large spring fed dam and extensive frontage to the beautiful Rous River on their western boundary. The spacious home boasts 10ft ceilings, 5 bedrooms, the main with en-suite and powder room. There are three living areas with the main living room able to accommodate the largest of families or friends gatherings. There also is a large family bathroom, 2 studies and a large laundry with toilet. There are more than ample storage areas throughout the house, ceiling fans, gas or wood heating and R/C air conditioning for all year comfort. The large family country kitchen is equipped with European appliances and has loads of bench space. With the elevated and sublime views of the magnificent McPherson Ranges and Mount Cougal from the wide verandas and deck, you will enjoy quiet times watching the many birds and butterflies that frequent Oaklands Garden. When it's time to entertain, there is plenty of space for your quests. There is a massive carport with the ability to house 6 vehicles and for your loving pet or chickens there is a good sized shed and run, talk about room with a view! Within a short distance from the main homestead but tucked privately away, is the large 3 bedroom granny flat, main with en-suite which has safety aids installed. Laundry with 2nd shower, toilet and also has aids installed and extra storage. The combined kitchen, dining and lounge area enjoys a huge deck overlooking the river flats and amazing views of the mountain ranges. The granny flat was built for the owners elderly parents but could easily be utilised as a Guest Retreat or Air BnB. Adjoining the granny flat is the large 35m x 16m ( approx) garage / workshop / man shed, with storage area, games room and toilet. The shed has 3 phase power adjoining the granny flat and benefits from the 10kw solar system. Stroll through your beautiful garden and enjoy the native orchids and ferns together with a variety of established plants. A water feature with water cascading through bush rock makes this area perfect for relaxing after a busy day. The home, granny flat and shed has a secure fence surrounding the buildings and there is a solar operated security gate. Within this area are a number of fruit trees including Mandarins, Lemon, Mangoes, Tangelos, Limes, Oranges, Fig Tree, Kiwi fruit & Macadamia Tree. If subsistence agriculture is your thing there is a 15 meg irrigation licence attached to the property! There is council collection and school bus service at the front gate! When you think about the old adage of location, location well this property certainly enters into this category being only 7 minutes from the thriving and eclectic township of Murwillumbah, which is supported by a regional hospital. Also within close proximity to Tweed Heads (28 mins), 30 mins to Beaches, 35 mins to the Gold Coast Airport and major specialist medical facilities completes this beautiful property. This truly is a magnificent property; a large family home, with separate accommodation, and some of the most fertile acres in the district... not to mention the incredible views in just about every direction. Call Brett or Michael for more information or to arrange an inspection. Original circa 1897 built home Originally owned by the Ness family Only 3 owners since the property was gazetted in 1897 Extended to accommodate the current owner’s family 17 hectares (43 acres) Fully fenced and fertile Large spring fed dam Extensive frontage to the beautiful Rous River The spacious home boasts10ft ceilings 5 bedrooms, the main with en-suite and powder room Three spacious living areas Main living room able to accommodate the largest of families Large family bathroom and 2 studies Large laundry with toilet Ample storage areas throughout the house Ceiling fans, gas or wood heating and R/C air conditioning Large family country kitchen Equipped with European appliances Loads of bench space Sublime views of the magnificent McPherson Ranges and Mount Cougal Wide verandahs and deck Oaklands Garden Massive carport for 6 vehicles Good sized dog / chicken shed and run Large 3 bedroom granny flat Main with en-suite which has safety aids installed Laundry with 2nd shower and toilet Combined kitchen, dining and lounge Huge deck overlooking the river flats Amazing views of the mountain ranges Guest Retreat or Air BnB Large 35m x 16m garage/workshop / man shed Storage area, games room and toilet 3 phase power and 10kw solar system Mandarins, Lemon, Mangoes, Tangelos, Limes, Oranges, Fig Tree, Kiwi fruit & Macadamia Tree 15 Meg irrigation licence Council collection and School bus service at the front gate 7 minutes from Murwillumbah Regional Hospital Close proximity to Tweed Heads (28 mins) 30 mins to Beaches, 35 mins to the Airport Call Brett (0448 679 697) or Michael (0437 414 022)