231 Leitch Road, Piopio, Waitomo, Waikato

*** Under Contract ***   An outstanding opportunity to acquire a large-scale sheep and beef operation in the tightly held King Country region.   This exceptional property offers scale and infrastructure of a calibre that rarely becomes available to the open market.   Comprising approximately 1,164 hectares (more or less), with around 750 hectares effective, the farm presents a balanced mix of easy rolling to medium hill and some steeper country — ideal for breeding and finishing systems. A predominantly north-facing aspect ensures excellent sun exposure, supporting strong pasture growth and farm productivity.   The property benefits from strong underlying natural fertility through its limestone-based soils, complemented by a long-standing, consistent fertiliser programme. Excellent animal performance has been achieved from the property’s current Romdale sheep flock and Angus breeding cow herd, highlighting the strength of the land and management systems in place.   Water is a major asset, with the property being naturally watered via numerous reliable, clean-flowing natural water sources. There is also a big opportunity to further enhance animal performance, pasture utilisation and production through the development of a gravity-fed reticulated water system, with multiple strong spring-fed sources available for easy setup.   Infrastructure is a key strength, supporting efficient stock handling and farm operations:  

• Multiple high-quality sheep and cattle yards are well positioned across the farm
• A modern 4-stand woolshed with capacity for 2,500 night-penned sheep underpins efficient shearing and sheep handling operations
• An all-weather airstrip with a covered fertiliser bin (approx. 100-tonne capacity) offers a significant logistical advantage
• The property is well fenced and subdivided, with a good amount of investment undertaken in recent years.
• A well-maintained internal tracking network provides excellent access throughout the property and efficient stock movement throughout the property. Also linking up to the key stock handling infrastructure.

Accommodation is provided by three good solid homes, offering comfortable options for owners, managers, or staff.   Located in the proven Mangaotaki farming district, this property combines scale, soil fertility, secure water, and infrastructure — making it an exceptional opportunity for farmers and investors looking to secure a large, highly functional breeding platform in a renowned livestock district.   Large-scale, well-balanced farms of this quality, with strong natural advantages and upside potential, are seldom offered to the market.

Features:

• Approx. 1,164 hectares total (750 hectares effective)
• A well balanced contoured hill country property
• Well-tracked and fenced
• Three good homes offering flexible accommodation
• Located in a strong, proven farming district
• Hunters cabin, with opportunities for hunting or recreation/tourism in bush.
• Predominantly north-facing aspect for optimal pasture growth
• Strong natural fertility from limestone-based soils
• Consistent fertiliser history backing animal performance
• Proven stock performance from Romdale sheep and Angus cattle herds
• Excellent natural water supply across the property
• Multiple options to install gravity-fed reticulated water system
• High-quality infrastructure: multiple stock yards, 4-stand woolshed
• All-weather airstrip with 100-tonne covered fertiliser bin

Tender closing 4pm, Thursday 19th June 2025 (unless sold prior)

More information: https://www.colliers.co.nz/p-NZL67034322