Ideal home sites on large acres are hard to find - especially at this affordable price! Be quick! 46 hectares, over 100 acres of mostly cleared land with stands of trees, a dam and a permanent creek.
"Pens Ridge" sits on the top of Great Dividing Range where the 360 degree view is complimented by the soft gentle undulating hills. Pens Ridge looks over the Big Hill area and there is an ideal home site on the plateau to take it all in.
Natural water courses and a dam provide generous water harvesting potential.
Large gum trees provide year long shade and shelter for farm pets or stock and add a beauty and majesty to the surrounds.
All these features are an ideal combination. Back Ridge has fertile soils and grasses. The acres have not been overstocked keeping the land in good condition.
The improvements are numerous including sealed road to the gate, access to power and phone.
Pens Ridge is in Banaby which has a reputation for its history of wool production in the past.
The historic renowned area of Banaby was one of the first settled and developed in the early 1820's. Chosen by settlers because of its fertile basalt soil that was then home to a variety of flourishing native grasses high in protein and providing year long cover and feed for stock.
Scattered gum trees, gentle natural water courses and north easterly slopes made Back Ridge a highly sought after location.
Like many localities the location of Banaby has its own church, a community centre, hall and school. Contributing to the creation of a community that was close and supportive and this spirit is still evident today.
Pens Ridge presents an opportunity for those looking for a larger holding that is capable of running stock at an affordable price within a comfortable 2 1/2 hours from Sydney, 2 hours from Wollongong and 90 minutes from Canberra. Banaby Station is close to the town of Marulan and City of Goulburn.
Nearby scenic and picnic areas include Swallow Tail Crossing, Tarlo River & Cookbundoon picnic area.
A short drive either to the village of Taralga or Marulan take one to cafes, pubs with excellent bistro's, medical centres, motels, service stations, newsagents, post office, antique shop, general store and more.
Only 40 minutes to Goulburn and 100 minutes to Canberra.
Nearby village of Marulan has a community hall, medical centre, coffee shops, antique store, pub, newsagency, nursery, and take away outlets. All the city conveniences are only minutes away.
Other points of interest at Marulan include Tony Onions Park, Meridian Arch, Bungonia State Park and the Sport Fields.
HISTORY OF NEARBY MARULAN VILLAGE
The history of Marulan is an interesting one.
Early Marulan was located 2.5 km further south of its present location. (Now called Old Marulan)
When the new main southern rail line was constructed, it passed north of the original town. The railway workers and their families established a settlement close to the new rail line. Eventually a town sub division called Mooroowoolen was created by a land owner.
Business was the first to move to Mooroowoolen, then the towns people of Old Marulan began moving. Eventually the original site was abandoned in favour of the Mooroowoolen site.
It is reported that around the time of the name change, another situation was looming. Mooroowoolen was about to be issued with its own (new) Postal Date Stamp. Mooroowoolen was renamed Marulan, and the PMG was able save money and continue to use the existing Old Marulan Postal Date Stamp.
For many years and until recently Marulan Village was surrounded by large farming areas. In recent times these farms have begun to be subdivided into smaller rural areas, and sold off to newcomers seeking a change in lifestyle. This sell off has resulted in many new small rural and associated businesses being established in the Bungonia, Brayton, Big Hill, Greenwich Park, Marulan, Tallong, Towrang, and surrounding districts.
In recent years there has been an amalgamation of local councils. Where Marulan used to have direct links to the Mulwaree Shire Council, that council was replaced by the Goulburn Mulwaree Shire council, located in Goulburn. (source: marulan.com)
DISTANCES TO TRAVEL
Only 45 minute drive from "Pens RIdge"takes you to into the City of Goulburn which has major shopping centres, a hospital, medical services, cafes, restaurants, cinema, theatre, clubs, and many local industries, businesses and government departments. A large Bunnings store and The Big Ram put it on the map.
The improved highway system makes the trip from Sydney or Wollongong only 2 hours to Goulburn and provides travel on one of the safest roads in Australia,
Taking just 45 minutes more on another sealed road from Goulburn ensures that you arrive relaxed and ready to appreciate "Pens Ridge".
Understandably you will want to inspect this well priced property.
We ask you to respect that all inspections are by appointment. Please phone 0428168118 to make a convenient time. We are open 7 days, feel welcome to phone between 8.00 am and 8pm
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