1884 Lower Lewis Ponds Road

Positioned on the edge of the historic Ophir Nature Reserve, 'Spring Glen' offers 2,577 acres of mixed hill country ideally suited to recreation, hunting and outdoor pursuits, with the ability to run some sheep and cattle. In more recent years the property has been primarily enjoyed as a recreational getaway, while older generations previously operated it as a traditional wool-growing enterprise. With pigs, deer, goats and kangaroos frequently seen across the block, and trout fishing less than 3km away at the Ophir Reserve Campground, the recreational appeal here is significant. • Approx 2,577 acres (1,042.86ha) across 3 titles • Located 28km from Orange and 56km from Bathurst, adjoining Ophir Nature Reserve • Hilly to steep country ranging from 600m-780m elevation • Well suited to recreational use with capacity for some sheep and cattle grazing • Scattered shade and shelter including red and white box, kurrajong, stringy bark and ironbark • Four bedroom homestead with mains power and phone connected • Home features a deck and outdoor entertainment area overlooking the property • Two stand woolshed with power, hay shed, older sheds and sheep yards • Subdivided into 5 main paddocks plus several larger holding paddocks • Stock proof boundary fencing with internal fencing older but serviceable • 5 dams plus 2 creeks providing reliable water • Windmill pumping to a 5,000 gal header tank for house and sheds • Historically carried approx 1,700 sheep under former ownership • Excellent hunting terrain with pigs, deer, goats and kangaroos • Close to trout fishing, bushwalking and the gold-rich creeks of Ophir 'Spring Glen' offers a substantial landholding with genuine recreational appeal, supported by the flexibility to run some sheep and cattle. Its combination of scale, rugged hill country, reliable water and proximity to Orange makes it an appealing option for those seeking a private escape with strong hunting and lifestyle opportunities. With a long history of sheep grazing and more recent recreational use, the property provides versatility across a significant parcel of Central West hill country. Disclaimer: All information contained herein is gathered from sources we believe reliable. We have no reason to doubt its accuracy, however, we cannot guarantee it.