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Listing #:

10014

Price:

$9,950,000

Legal Description:

$9,950,000

Zoning:

RU – ALR Rural Agricultural Land

Improvements:

DL 220

• +/-314 acres
• Class 1 and 2 improved
• Irrigated, tile drained and fenced.
• Hi-level fertility, excellent climate, heat units.
• Highway frontage, hydro and gas
• Suitable for raspberries, blueberries, currents, wine grapes, vegetables, dairy and beef cattle. Has been identified by the local agronomist as being able to produce over 50 crops.

DL 168

• +/-196 acres
• Class 1, 2 and 3 improved soils
• Irrigated (sub tile irrigation and drainage)
• Some timber and river frontage
• Suitable for raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, wine grapes and vegetables, dairy herd and beef cattle.

BUILDINGS
Main House

• 5 Bedrooms
• 2 baths
• 2000+ sq.ft. up
• 1500+ sq.ft. down
• Built in 1972
• Double garage
• Nice yard

Secondary House

• 5 bedrooms
• 1 bath
• 1950 sq.ft. down
• 650 sq.ft. up
• Full basement with rec room, wine cellar and workshop.
• 400 sq.ft. deck
• Built in the mid-fifties
• Large carport

Old Farmhouse 1940’s

• 1077 sq.ft. – crawlspace
• 2 bedrooms main + 2 up
• Garage
• Workshop
• Baseboard heat

Welding Shop/Storage

• +/- 890 sq.ft. upper floor
• +/- 3782 sq.ft. lower
• Sewer, water, gas. 200amp service

Mechanical Shop

• +/- 3000 sq.ft.
• 200 amp service
• Wood heat

Main Barn

• +/- 32,000 sq.ft.
• New roof
• 280 to 300 cow sleeping area
• Flush system
• Drive through mow?
• Good condition
• Replacement cost 3M +

Milking Parlour/Hospital Pens

• +/- 8400 sq.ft.
• New roof
• Flush system
• Air system
• Double 10 Bovmatic parlour and equip. (replacement 2M+)
• 5000 gal. tank
• Gas & Radiant heat

Manure Pits

• 12’ concrete walls
• Roofed
• +/- 8000sq.ft.
• Electrical service
• Flush separator
• Annexed concrete no roof drive-in
• Dirt separation ponds and pump.

Stock Barn/Feeding Barn

• +/- 9300 sq.ft. + 7000 sq.ft.
• +/- 160 stalls
• Flush system
• Concrete floors

Steer Barn/Heifer Barn

• 5900sq.ft. water and power
• +/-175 stalls
• Loafing area/Hay dryer 6400sq.ft.
• Flush system

Bunker Silos

• +/- 13250 sq.ft.
• Concrete floors
• Concrete bagging area

Old Barn

• Hay mow +/- 4000 sq.ft.
• Bottom area Free stalls and Calf pens
• +/- 150 stalls/pens
• Concrete floors
• Power, water and ½ new roof

Investment Features:

This acreage is quite likely the most productive farmland presently being cultivated in British Columbia. The farm supported over 400 milking cows in the recent past and quota can be purchased to make this a reality again. All facilities are in place to move a dairy herd to these greener pastures. The property consists mainly of Class1 and 2 soils and can be utilized for more berry crops including cranberry, blueberry, blackberry, raspberry, grapes and most vegetables.

Description:

Pioneered by the owners’ father and grandfather in the 1930’s the 510 acre Beaver Meadow Farms is a model of sustainability and “natural systems” farming. It is perfectly situated to take advantage of the Comox Valley desirable micro-climate which in combination with the fully irrigated, super rich and well drained soils make it one of, if not, the most productive farms in British Columbia. The range of crops grown in the Comox Valley now numbers 50+ with its Mediterranean temperate climate, the range of crops will only increase as global warming continues.
Until recently the owners ran a 400 head dairy operation along with some beef cattle, plus 35 acres of productive cranberry fields which is now a separate entity. The dairy herd and quota was slowly sold from 2003 to 2007 in order to allow the owner’s to dedicate their full time to the demands of their fast growing and very successful “Natural Pastures Cheese” business which they developed as an extension of the dairy farm.
There are three residences, several manufactured homes and numerous barns and outbuildings each of which is briefly described below. The improvements include a fully functional dairy barn which has milked as many as 400 cows per day.
The farm was certified as a “Heritage Dairy Farm” in the year 2000 having met the rigid standards for animal welfare, biodiversity and environmental enhancement. It also means that the farm is herbicide and pesticide free and that the former dairy herd was one of few in Canada that is largely grazed on grass. As of January 2010 the farm is close to receiving a coveted Organic Farm designation, which can be passed on to a new owner.
The exceptional environmental stewardship is further evidenced in the salmon hatchery the Smith brothers operate together with the community, which annually releases an estimated 300,000 salmon into the Little River which emanates at the farm. The Little River is the most productive river per/meter on the east coast of Vancouver Island. The farm also winters many protected Trumpeter swans along with other coastal waterfowl.
The farm land is comprised of approximately 200 acres of super rich Arrowsmith peat soils and 300 acres of well drained loamy sandy soil. It is ideal for production of cranberries, blueberries, vegetables and of course grass. The well drained sandy area is perfect for grapes and the development of a winery and eventually an agri-tourism business centered around the organic production of food, wine and cheeses adds a very exciting element to the opportunity.

Location:

Located in the Comox Valley only minutes from Comox, Courtenay the Powell River ferry, Comox International Airport and Crown Isle Golf Course.

Access:

Courtenay and Comox are located on the eastern waterfront side, halfway up Vancouver Island.

Services:

Hydro, Telephone, paved road, cable, septic systems.

Area Data:

Nestled between the Beaufort Mountains and the Strait of Georgia on the eastern coast of Vancouver Island, the Comox Valley is a collection of rolling mountains, delicate alpine meadows, rushing rivers, pristine lakes, lush forests, fertile farms, incredible beaches and more than 40 green parks. This unique geography plus a year round temperate climate, creates an exceptional location for an incredible range of year-round outdoor recreation activities.
In the Comox Valley it really is possible to enjoy the best of all seasons - you can be knee-deep in a winter wonderland, then within half an hour be dusting the snow off your boots on a lush green golf course, or paddling a kayak through sparkling blue waters.
The Comox Valley is also a thriving centre for arts and culture. Four major museums, live theatre, a dynamic music scene, an active artist community and year round cultural festivals and events are just a few of the many attractions the Comox Valley has to offer.
Gourmet cuisine, unique shopping experiences, galleries and eclectic coffee and tea shops line the streets of the Comox Valley's urban centres. Or head into the quiet farmland, hills and coastlines of the Comox Valley and experience the relaxed atmosphere of rural life.
The Comox Valley stretches 50 km (30 miles) along the coast from Fanny Bay (home of the world famous Fanny Bay Oysters) to the sandy shores of Saratoga Beach. Getting to the Comox Valley is easier than ever with direct flights to the newly expanded Comox Valley Airport (YQQ).
With Its stunning views and vibrant combination of outdoor adventures and cultural activities, it is no surprise that the Comox Valley is one of BC's top year-round destinations.

Recreation:

The Comox Valley is a "Year Round Destination". The climate and geography make this an ideal area to visit at any time. Skiing, snowboarding, golfing, hiking, and fresh or salt water fishing are among the many activities you will enjoy in the region.
Mt. Washington offers excellent facilities for fun in the snow is just a 48 km (30 mi) drive from Courtenay and Comox. In fact you can get to there by scheduled bus. Offering some of the highest snow depths in North America, there are over 40 runs for every level of skier and snowboarder. Down the hill and partially in Paradise Meadows cross country skiers will enjoy over 35.5 km (22 mi) of track set, groomed trails, beautifully set alongside alpine lakes and forests. The resort offers lessons for the beginner, and that includes the disabled, numerous competitions, and special family events. There is even a permanent biathlon course nearby and rentals are available for all the different disciplines, even snowshoes.

History:

Archaeological finds indicate that First Nations peoples have visited and lived in the Comox Valley for as long as 9,000 years. Before the appearance of the Europeans, the Valley was home to the Pentlatch and Comox bands of the Salishan First Nations. They thrived on the ocean's gifts of salmon, clams, oysters, cod and halibut as well as the land's abundant deer and elk and many edible and medicinal plants.
The first European settlers arrived in the Comox Valley in 1862 and soon discovered why the First Nations called the area Komoux or Land of Plenty. Over time, the settlers cleared land for farms and began logging the extensive forests. In 1914, the railway line from Victoria was extended to the Valley; a year later the area around the train station was incorporated as the City of Courtenay.
Throughout the late 19th century, many Royal Navy war ships anchored in the Comox Bay, prompting the construction of the Comox Wharf in 1893, the community officially became known as Comox.
In the late 1800's and the early 1900's coal was the mainstay of central Vancouver Island's economy. Built on rich coal seams, the inland settlement of Cumberland became a flourishing community that was segregated into separate town sites for the diverse nationalities working in the mines including a significant Chinese community. After World War I, the demand for coal lessened and Cumberland slowly evolved into a sleepy shadow of her former self.