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The Cyclopedia of New Zealand [Otago & Southland Provincial Districts]

Viewfield Estate

Viewfield Estate , near Kokoamo, the property of Mr. James A. Taylor, was purchased by its present owner in 1880, and since then the land has been brought into a high state of cultivation, chiefly for grain page 567 growing, for which the district is famous. Mr. Taylor also breeds and fattens a large number of lambs, his favourite breed being Border Leicesters, owing to their early maturity. The stables and implement sheds are very complete and convenient, and are built of stone with iron roofs. The residence is situated on one of the most elevated spots on the property and commands a good view of the surrounding country, and of the sea. Mr. Taylor may with justice be given credit for being the first in the district to build his house on a hill, the early settlers having been too much given to selecting sites in lowlying hollows and hidden gullies. Now that the extensive plantations of shelter and other trees are well matured, the homestead forms a conspicuous land mark in the district.