Sun Valley - Exceptional Investment Opportunity
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For SaleLocated 32km West of Whangarei, Sun Valley Forest offers a medium scale, first rotation Pinus Radiata Forest land holding in one of New Zealand’s premier forestry regions – Northland. This 731.7ha property provides a government backed, dual income stream through both carbon and land rental.
Sun Valley features a 510.2ha net stocked area, professionally established in both 2019 and 2020 planting seasons using OP+ seedlings, with specific areas have been sail pruned to ensure a secure establishment in wind effected areas, and proper ground preparation along with release spraying was all completed both pre and post planting. ATV/4×4 tracks provide access throughout the property.
The forest is registered in the Emissions Trading Scheme with 496.72ha registered under averaging, and the incoming purchaser will benefit from both carbon cashflow for immediate capital realisation.
A further government-backed income stream comes via a single rotation Forestry Right held by The Crown, who holds a single rotation Forestry Right over the crop. Rental payments start from year 9 (2027) at a highly attractive rental rate per planted hectare, paid annually in advance, with built in rental adjustments.
With ideal climate conditions, proximity to both local and international markets, and a combined government-backed income, Sun Valley is an excellent and secure investment supported by strong regional growth and reliable returns.
Key Features:
- 731.7ha landholding in the Northland forestry region.
- Net Stocked Area 510.2ha, established 2019 – 2020.
- 496.72ha registered in ETS.
- Dual income streams: Carbon + Crown rental.
- Highly attractive rental rate from 2027.
Property Details
- Forestry
- Agribusiness
- Forestry
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Warwick Searle
Owner | Director
Warwick has a business degree in Accountancy and Property along with almost a decade of experience in the New Zealand rural property market ensuring you receive professional, knowledgeable service from start to finish.
George Cashmore
Property Advisor
George is now the 6th generation of his family in the Timber and Forestry industries following on from a mixture of Foresters, Sawmillers and Timber Merchants. As a result, George brings with him an extensive knowledge base on Forestry and the wider industry.
James Burke
Property Advisor
James combines hands-on farming experience with expertise in rural finance, investment analysis and real estate. His practical understanding of rural assets, carbon opportunities and land-use strategy allows him to provide commercially driven advice and achieve outstanding outcomes for vendors and purchasers.
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