This is more than a lifestyle hobby farm property — it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. Nestled in the lush Middle Pocket valley, this is an opportunity to purchase one of Australia’s most inspiring conservation properties.
Across fertile pastures, rainforest corridors, and clear creeks, the land balances lifestyle and legacy. Almost half (24.8ha) is protected under a conservation covenant with the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust, ensuring old-growth bushland and native habitats thrive for generations. Botanical and fauna surveys confirm extraordinary biodiversity, from endangered Hairy Quandong to more than 100 bird species. Request the 8 documents to review.
Two renovated homes — a 2-bedroom cottage with sleepout is on (1.86ha) 5 acres on one side of the road. The larger 4-bedroom residence original farmhouse is on the other. Both are currently income-producing through permanent rentals.
The balance of the land (approx. 23ha) are flats for the infrastructure and a small grazing herd.
Fabulous place for children to grow up. So much to explore of bushland and wildlife and the creek with swimming holes. Have a pony or two. All within easy reach of surfing and the coast at Ocean Shores and on to Byron Bay.
Expressions of Interest are requested as there are several options to be considered.
One Option is a half share with purchase of the balance over time; another is group purchase for keen conservationists; or sale of the whole property immediately.
Flexibility could include continuing as an absentee conservation investor; living in one home, or discussing full use of both; income production.
A former dairy building (partially renovated), the hobby farming paddocks, and the small cattle herd add further versatility.
Practical infrastructure includes permanent water supply, cattle yards, irrigation licence, and farm equipment.
Located 35 minutes from Gold Coast Airport, 30 minutes to Byron Bay, and under 2 hours to Brisbane, this property offers a rare blend of ecology, lifestyle, and accessibility.
Join a conservation partnership and enjoy a lifestyle where nature, community, and opportunity converge.
• Ownership Options: a range of proposals will be considered
• Two homes: A 2-bedroom cottage with sleepout on 1.896 hectares, plus a 4-bedroom home with sleepout on 47.17 hectares.
• Income flexibility: Both cottages currently rented to permanent tenants; option to continue or live in one and rent the other.
• Former dairy building: Partially renovated, offering additional accommodation or potential studio/work-from-home use for owners.
• Natural diversity: Botanical and fauna surveys confirm 230 plant species, 100+ bird species, and 52 vertebrate species.
• Conservation covenant: 24.8 hectares legally protected under NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust.
• Habitat regeneration: Corridor planting along tributary of Lacks Creek to strengthen rainforest connectivity.
• Endangered species care: Translocation of Hairy Quandong cuttings (Eleocarpus williamsianus) within conservation area.
• Professional support: Management grants; Bush regeneration teams; researchers; conservation groups engaged
• Ecological monitoring: Permanent biodiversity monitoring sites established to track long-term changes.
• Farming component: Small cattle herd contributes income and other enterprises could be considered
• Hobby farming potential: 5-acre paddock ideal for gardens, orchards, or personal projects.
• Strong water assets: Permanent water to both houses and stock, creeks running through property with fabulous swimming holes, remote water monitoring system, water irrigation licence
• Infrastructure upgrades: bridge across creek, boundary fences, cattle yards, and stock-loading facilities.
• Farm equipment: Includes second-hand tractor, slasher, carry-all, post-hole digger, utility, car for local trips.
• Environmental safeguards: Termite program in place, irrigation licence for 14ML/year retained since 2004.
• Convenient access: Flood-free driveways, reliable road verges, and lawn maintenance services.
• Prime location: 35 minutes to Gold Coast (inc International) Airport, 15 minutes to the beach, 30 minutes to Byron Bay, <2 hours to Brisbane.
. All set in a stunning valley with magnificent soils and the Northern Rivers lifestyle hub.
• The land is 49.07 ha with an attractive balance of flats, sloping land and bushland in the sought-after Middle Pocket valley.
• Two homes and former dairy building
• Surveys of 230 plant species in the conservation area and mature rainforest
• A Fauna Survey of 52 different vertebrate fauna species highlighting importance of the intact, old-growth bushland.
• The NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust (BCT) providing management support and professional expertise of conservation groups, researchers, bush regeneration teams
• Local bird-watching volunteers have identified up to 100 native bird species across the property.
• Flood-free access to both cottages and the dairy building.
• A permanent water supply to both cottages and the former dairy bails with remote-monitoring system
• Maintenance team in place
• A termite-control program is maintained to protect both cottages and the dairy bails.
• A small cattle operation with permanent water in creeks.
• Plant and equipment available – request list
• New boundary fences, new cattle yards, new bridge across tributary of Lacks Creek.
• Irrigation licence retained for up to 14 ML per year.
• Ecological monitoring sites to monitor changes in biodiversity over time.
Middle Pocket, NSW is nestled within the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, falling under the jurisdiction of Byron Shire. Geographically, it sits in the valley formed by the rolling hinterland just west of Mullumbimby and near localities such as The Pocket and Yelgun. All highly desirable and sought after.
The location is perfect for those wanting both a rural lifestyle with extraordinary conservation with easy access to the many beaches and villages. Drive 15 minutes to Brunswick Heads or South Golden Beach. A few minutes to Billinudgel village and the M1.
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