A 1/4-acre garden is available for farming on this ALR land in Cobble Hill. Open to different types of farming including vegetables, garlic, small livestock, etc., as long as it can contribute to farm status for the property. This could be a good opportunity for a young couple, or retired people, who are looking for a place to create their small-scale farm and off-grid living.
Land Details
Total land size in acres
8.9 acres
Wooded Area
Yes - 6+ acres
Cultivable Area
1/4 acre garden
Expansion potential (acres)
Yes - Approximately 1/4 acre for animals or more gardening
Zoning
ALR
Current use
Not used for agriculture - fallow for one season
Current practices
Organic -
State of the surface of the cultivable area
Overgrown - grasses and weeds
Description and historical use of land available for farming
This property has been in the family since 1965, when the neighbouring farm was subdivided. The land has not been cultivated since then, until this garden was built. It was in production for 3 years (good garlic production!), and has been fallow for one season (2023). The garden is quite overgrown and needs to be reclaimed, but there should be good soil underneath. Irrigation is available to the garden area.
Road Access
Yes
Electricity
No
Cell Service
Yes
Long-term goal or vision for land
The Landholder would like to stay on this family land for many more years to come. As the land is in the ALR, they're looking to obtain farm status with the leasing farmer, and contribute to the long-term viability of the property. It was a lot of work to build this garden, and they would like to see it used!
Known environmental hazards (wildfire area, flooding, etc.)
No
Current residents living on property
Yes - Landholder lives on the property
Availability of farm buildings
No
Land is fenced
Yes - Fenced garden
Availability of farm machinery and tools
No
Water source
Well -
Water rights to these sources
Yes
On-site housing
No - Off-grid pad for RV or Tiny Home
Restricted access of visitors
No
Types of production you are open to
Vegetable - market garden, garlic
Livestock - sheep, goats, poultry
Practices preferred
Organic -
Agronomic potential
Good
Soil details
Texture - heavy clay
Preferred arrangement
Lease -
Would you be willing to mentor or advise the entering farmer(s)?
