This little piece of paradise is down the scenic Pavilion Clinton road, just 10 kms west of Clinton, BC. The property is 87 acres with 3-4 acres cleared so far. The location is remote enough to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside, but close enough to major centers to access ready markets and agricultural amenities.
Participant in BC Land Matching Program
Yes
Total land size in acres
87
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes - 1-1.5 acre plot, dewatered spruce bog. Good soil, plenty of irrigation water. Soil test results available.
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Description and historical use of land available for farming
Livestock grazing, willow stands have been cleared for cultivation.
Road Access
Yes - Provincial highway to site; paved and plowed in winter
Electricity
Yes - 200 Amp service to barn
Cell Service
Yes - 3G and LTE 4
Long-term goal or vision for land
Sustainable utilization and market garden in areas of good soil. Agritourism also up for discussion.
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes - Recreational house seasonally occupied.
Availability of farm buildings
Yes - New 1,500 sf barn; 500 sf one bedroom fully furnished suite. Pole barn under construction.
Land is fenced
Yes - Perimeter fencing for livestock grazing and deer fencing around market garden.
Availability of farm machinery and tools
Yes - 2012 Case skid steer; some farm implements
Water source
- Well -
- Pond/lake -
- Stream/river -
- Other -
Water rights to these sources
Yes
On-site housing
Yes - The wood heated barn also includes a cozy 500sf fully furnished suite with stainless steel appliances, 3 piece bath, king bed and wifi. This space is available for the right person, or couple (there could be additional space to be had in the loft). The landowners vision is to see the land utilized sustainably and to maintain and continue to improve the agricultural potential of the property. Secondary housing accommodation under construction.
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
- Vegetable -
- Livestock -
- Other -
Soil details
- Texture -
- Rocky soil -
- Sloping -
- Thick topsoil -
- General fertility (nutrients) -
- Good drainage -
- Unknown -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
Yes - Can advise on state of existing land. Happy to provide support with water systems, infrastructure, etc
Do you require references from the farmer(s)?
Yes - previous experience
Agreement duration
3 - 5 years
