REEF & BEEF - THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS

2,569 Acres | 600 Breeders & Followers | Your Own Tidal Saltwater Creek | 20 Minutes to the Surf | Just Over an Hour to the Reef
Taunton Station presents a rare opportunity to secure a productive, turnkey cattle property combining excellent infrastructure, reliable water, lifestyle appeal and future potential. Comprising 1,040 ha (2,569 acres) of freehold grazing country, the property comfortably carries 600 breeders and followers year-round, supported by average annual rainfall of 1,124 mm (44 inches), excellent fencing and extensive water infrastructure. Improvements include a 4-bed family home with an in-ground pool, separate 2-bed cottage, 3 sheds, 13 paddocks, an extensive laneway system and undercover steel cattle yards. With approx 1 km of bitumen road frontage, the property may offer future subdivision opportunities, subject to approvals. A standout feature is the pristine tidal saltwater creek forming the eastern boundary, offering excellent fishing and crabbing for barramundi, mangrove jack, prawns and mud crabs (no crocs). Just 20 mins from the beaches of Agnes Water and 1770, with access to the Barrier Reef, Lady Musgrave Island for fishing and diving.
Run cattle in the morning, catch a barra in the afternoon and enjoy the best QLD coastal lifestyle.

LOCATION - COUNTRY MEETS THE COAST
• 20 mins to Agnes Water and 1770 for beaches, fishing and coastal living.
• 20 mins to Miriam Vale for essential services and transport.
• 95 km south to Bundaberg.
• Gracemere cattle saleyards and processing facilities a few hours north.
Enjoy access to established livestock markets and a sought-after coastal lifestyle.

CATTLE PRODUCTION & AGISTMENT
Taunton has a proven history of cattle production and will comfortably carry 600 breeders and followers year-round, supported by reliable water, established pastures and a well-designed rotational grazing system. Onsite are approx 600 head on the property, including 400 agistment heifers managed under a rotational grazing. The existing arrangement offers an opportunity for the incoming purchaser to continue generating income.
Boasting a well-planned paddock layout, laneway system and quality cattle yards for efficient, livestock management. (Livestock not included unless negotiated)

IMPROVEMENTS
Homestead
Positioned alongside Taunton Creek, the air-con home overlooks the in-ground pool and surrounding countryside.
• 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
• Spacious U-shaped kitchen with ample storage
• Open-plan living and dining
• Front and rear entertaining patios
• Air con and solar power
• Double carport

Worker's Cottage
Separate air-con 2-bed, 2-bath cottage with a generous verandah, ideal for workers or guests.

3 Sheds + Storage
The property is exceptionally well equipped with 3 substantial sheds:
• Large machinery shed
• Workshop
• Dedicated farm and chemical storage shed
• 2 smaller garden and storage sheds

FENCES, PADDOCKS & YARDS
13 paddocks connect via an extensive laneway system to the main cattle yards. Includes a dedicated horse paddock and ringlock-fenced paddock for sheep or weaners. Fencing is in very good condition, predominantly hardwood timber or heavy-duty galvanised posts with 4-strand barbed wire.
Galvanised steel cattle yards feature:
• Extensive undercover handling areas
• Cattle crush, head bails and branding cradles
• Round yard and holding facilities
• Loading ramps suitable for semi-trailers
• Well-maintained internal roads, quality gates and paddock access

PASTURES, SOILS & POTENTIAL
1,040 ha (2,569 acres) of gently undulating, mostly cleared grazing country, Taunton offers productive natural grasses, improved pastures and fertile grazing flats. Soil types include red and black soils, loamy gum tree flats and established grazing country.
Pasture:
• Signal, rhodes, native bluegrass and other natural grasses
• Wynn cassia, seca stylo and other legumes
An established rotational grazing program is improving pasture utilisation and productivity, with potential to enhance carrying capacity if continued. The property benefits from its own gravel pit, with a great source of gravel and rock for ongoing property improvements.
Road Frontage & Subdivision Potential
Approx 1 km of bitumen road frontage provides excellent access and may offer future subdivision opportunities.

WATER SECURITY
With average annual rainfall of 1,124 mm (44 inches), water sources include:
• Taunton Creek freshwater
• Spring-fed creeks and permanent waterholes
• Established dams
• High-yielding solar-powered bores
• Large Colorbond storage tanks
• Gravity-fed troughs supplying 10 paddocks
Multiple water sources provide valuable security for cattle production.

LIFESTYLE - PADDOCK TO REEF
Work cattle in the morning, wet a line in the creek at lunchtime and catch a wave before sunset.
Few rural properties offer the lifestyle diversity of Taunton. A pristine tidal saltwater creek forms the eastern boundary for swimming, fishing and crabbing. Chase barra, mangrove jack and set a mud crab pot or enjoy a peaceful afternoon exploring the creek.
Nearby is 1770 offering an excellent departure point for offshore adventures to the Reef. The beaches of Agnes Water and 1770 are approx 20 minutes away, offering surfing, swimming, shops and a thriving coastal community.
A rare opportunity to secure a substantial cattle property where the bush, beach and reef come together.

SALE BY DEADLINE - 3 DECEMBER 2026
Contact: Damien Gomersall Ray White Agnes Water 0457 737 300 for more info

**Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy; however, neither the agent nor vendor accepts responsibility for any errors or omissions, and all interested parties should conduct their own enquiries and due diligence to verify the information provided. **

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School catchments

Wartburg State School Primary Prep-6 Government 14.9km
Lowmead State School Primary Prep-6 Government 15.0km
Goora Gan Steiner School - Primary Campus Primary Independent 21.6km
Discovery Christian College Combined Prep-12 Independent 22.4km
Agnes Water State School Primary Prep-6 Government 23.6km
Winfield State School Primary Government 24.7km
Goora Gan Steiner School Primary Prep-6 Independent 25.1km
Rosedale State School Combined Prep-12 Government 25.4km
Miriam Vale State School Combined Prep-10 Government 28.0km
Bororen State School Primary Prep-6 Government 38.4km
Yandaran State School Primary Prep-6 Government 45.5km
Builyan State School Primary Prep-6 Government 46.3km
Avondale State School Primary Prep-6 Government 49.7km
Ubobo State School Primary Government 50.8km
Nagoorin State School Primary Prep-6 Government 53.4km
Gin Gin State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 66.2km
Tannum Sands State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 68.4km
Clearview Christian College Secondary 7-10 Independent 69.9km
Bundaberg North State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 71.4km
Bundaberg State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 74.3km
Impact Community ACADEMY Secondary 11 Independent 74.6km
Shalom College Secondary 7-12 Catholic 75.1km
St Luke's Anglican School Combined Prep-12 Independent 75.4km
Kepnock State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 76.2km
Calliope State High School Secondary 7-12 Government 76.9km
Bundaberg Christian College Combined Prep-12 Independent 77.9km
Faith Baptist Christian School Combined Prep-12 Independent 80.8km

Nearest schools, measured in a straight line from the property. Provided as a guide only; check catchment and enrolment eligibility with the school. School data © ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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