A remarkable opportunity for lifestyle buyers and grazing operators alike. Welcome to Brookstead, a meticulously restored 1935 Plantation-style homestead set on approximately 900 acres of productive, scenic grazing land in the heart of the New England Highlands. Just 30 minutes from Tenterfield and 40 minutes to Stanthorpe, this is a property that offers space, privacy and a truly enviable way of life.

Located in a region known for its four distinct seasons, including the occasional dusting of snow, Brookstead combines the charm of traditional highland living with all the modern comforts you could ask for. Relocated and completely renovated by the current owners, the homestead is a perfect blend of history and functionality. From the moment you arrive, it’s clear that every detail has been thoughtfully restored and enhanced with care, precision and taste.

Completed in 2023, the homestead is enormous in scale and beautifully appointed throughout. Featuring up to four spacious bedrooms (or three plus a home office), the layout is generous and filled with natural light. The main bedroom includes a walk-in robe and a beautifully appointed ensuite with panoramic rural views. The northeast lounge showcases 14-foot ceilings, parquetry flooring and a wood heater for comfort through the cooler months. French doors lead into the formal dining room, where Canadian Oak flooring and feature lighting add warmth and sophistication.

At the heart of the home is the stunning open-plan kitchen and informal dining space. With a sleek island bench, butler’s pantry, dishwasher and an Esse Hybrid Range Cooker (wood and electric, plus water heating), it’s a chef’s dream with a nod to tradition. Every surface, fitting and finish has been selected for quality and longevity, including rare Crows Ash timber flooring.

Other standout features include an exquisite main bathroom with Italian tiles, marble basin and timber vanity, new plumbing and electrical throughout, a fully off-grid 15kWh Victron solar system with backup generator, hot water via solar, cooker and evacuated tubes, a 100,000L steel water tank plus a 10,000L poly tank, Starlink internet and mobile service, and sealed road access right to the driveway. Council rates are approximately $2,000 per year.

The property also offers excellent infrastructure, including a new 80sqm 3-bay shed with concrete floor, workshop and solar system operating gear, an additional timber and steel machinery shed, large steel cattle yards with RPM Vet Crush and loading ramp, and 11 dams spread across 9 well-fenced paddocks, most with exclusion fencing. Two springs are located in the southwest corner of the property. The estimated carrying capacity is approximately 130 breeders. Around 15 hectares near the homestead have previously been cropped for forage. The area receives an average annual rainfall of 892mm.

Mostly flat to gently undulating, the land offers a balanced mix of granite, trap rock and basalt country. It’s practical, easily managed and highly accessible. Ideal for grazing, farming or lifestyle use with genuine income potential.

Location highlights include its setting in the highly regarded New England Highlands, just 5km from the Queensland border, 5 to 10 minutes to Tenterfield’s public airport, 1.5 hours to Toowoomba with its excellent healthcare and schools, and 2 hours and 20 minutes to Evans Head on the coast.

Brookstead is more than a farm. It’s a place to live, work and unwind in total comfort. Whether you’re scaling down from a larger operation, looking for a self-sufficient lifestyle change or simply want a premium rural holding with no further improvements needed, this is a rare and complete offering. The property also presents a myriad of hunting opportunities, with pigs, kangaroos, goats, and deer regularly sighted across the land. Flexible settlement terms are available to suit your needs.