A spectacular freehold parcel of land overlooking the Shotover River in Skippers Canyon is being presented to the market for sale and offers prospective purchasers the chance to acquire a bare land site in an area steeped in history.

Located approximately 30km from Queenstown, the 7.2540ha property has been owned by the same family for many decades and was primarily populated by rams during the summer months to assist with their farming operations, earning it the moniker of The Old Rams Paddock.

Now the time is right for a new custodian of the land to take over.

Sitting on The Branches Road, the site provides panoramic views of rugged landscapes and serene valleys that present a daily dose of unparalleled natural beauty.

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The property is the perfect spot for both relaxation and outdoor adventure activities.

The sense of seclusion is a rare find, providing a peaceful sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle, yet still within convenient reach of Queenstown's amenities, which are only an hour and 10 minutes away.

This expansive piece of land offers a unique canvas to create a private retreat or tourism offering, although the section does not have any services provided meaning off-grid living will be the key focus should the buyer decide to construct any dwelling.

Colliers Rural Sales Advisors Ruth Hodges and Mike Eyles have been exclusively appointed to market the property for sale via deadline private treaty closing at 4pm on Wednesday 5 February, unless sold prior.

Once a busy goldmining area, Skippers Canyon is accessed via Skippers Road, a well-known scenic route that is carved into the cliffside. While it offers unrivalled views, the narrow, winding road isn't for the fainthearted.

Although the heady days of the gold rush era are long gone, the remains of the gold miners' water races, holding dams, sluicings, and tailings of the established claims are still evident today.

Hodges, Director of Colliers Rural & Agribusiness in Otago and Southland, says it is the ideal spot to spend time watching adventurers who seek thrills down the Shotover River or listen to the ever-present birdsong.

"This is a truly unique bolthole and one that will appeal to those seeking something with both adventure and quietude attributes. This site offers buyers the chance to acquire land in a part of the country that is seldom, if ever, available on the open market," Hodges says.

"This property is more than just land; it's an opportunity to build a legacy, a place to bring a vision to life."

Skippers is part of the 9,100ha Mount Aurum Recreation Reserve and offers opportunities to walk, tramp, camp, kayak, mountain bike, picnic, and raft.

Nearby amenities are an hour away in Arthurs Point, which boasts a vibrant local dining scene, wellness centres, and access to popular outdoor activities like jet boating and whitewater rafting.

Queenstown, one of the world's top holiday destinations, is the ultimate in adventure or relaxation depending on your taste and is in comfortable driving distance. It also has an international airport.

Arrowtown is 33.5km away and takes visitors on a historic journey through its picturesque lanes and nearby vineyards.

Eyles, Rural Sales Advisor at Colliers Queenstown, says this is an opportunity that is not to be missed given a similar offering might not be available again.

"This property will give someone the opportunity to create an off-the-grid living space or explore potential tourism ventures, all while being just over an hour away from the popular hub of Queenstown," Eyles says.

- Supplied by Colliers