Make The Oyster Your World!

Waikare Inlet, Opua

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4.33ha
  • Property IDKER41498
  • Property TypeMixed
  • PricePrice by Negotiation
  • Land Area4.33 hectares (10.7 Acres)

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4.3266HA OF FULLY CONSENTED MARINE OYSTER FARM - LEASE no 140

Located in the productive waters of the Waikare Inlet, this well-presented oyster farm offers a unique opportunity for investment.

Conveniently situated near Opua, this farm is perfectly positioned to take advantage of the area's natural resources. The farm has ample room for expansion within its consented area, allowing for future growth and increased production.

All chattels are in excellent order, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. Everything needed to run this operation is included in the sale, making it a turnkey opportunity. Renowned as one of the best located and managed farms in the area, this farm produces high-grade oysters that are in high demand. The price of oysters has nearly doubled in the last three years, with promising signs of continued growth, making this an excellent time to invest.

Minimal work is required between Christmas and April, offering a balanced lifestyle for the new owner. Additionally, the vendor is available to provide coaching and advice on running the farm, ensuring a seamless transition and continued success. There are also various management opportunities to further improve profitability, making this an even more attractive investment.

This farm is not just a business; it's a chance to be part of a thriving industry in a stunning location. Whether you're an experienced aquaculture professional or looking for a new venture, this oyster farm offers the perfect blend of profitability and lifestyle.

The farm chattels include 9mx4.5m covered in floating pontoon on concrete unifloats with a mooring that acts as an onsite work platform, 3x wooden barges, approx 1200 netlon bags, 200 apple crates and a selection of other required equipment.
2x late model 4 stroke Yamaha outboard motors 1x15hp and 1x25hp. 2x Honda washdown pumps. Post and rail racks of which about 80% are between 3-8yrs old. Estimated 30-40,000 dozen oysters fattening on racks and 5500 sticks, in bundles, covered in spat caught on site.

Maybe it is time your field of work is not in a field, but a section of the sea. A rare opportunity worth looking into.

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Andrew Ludbrook

Andrew Ludbrook

Rural & Lifestyle Sales Consultant