30.25 HA – Once in a lifetime opportunity to secure an iconic and historical property. Established in 1839, St Magnus is a grand residence that is befitting of those seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of a quality agricultural region but close to the Barossa & Adelaide. Graced by magnificent, mature gardens that are alive with birds it is simply stunning.
Stature, character and age meld gracefully within the walls of this lively and welcoming home. Treated with respect the restoration has been thoughtful and reflects the owners reverence for its historical significance. A favoured retreat to Adelaide’s elite it balances country style with a relaxed, welcoming vibe. There are subtle reminders of former generations throughout the house such as the original butlers bell in the dining room or the flagstone flooring in the cellar. High ceilings include period features like pressed metal and vaulted finishes. Alas, the piece di resistance is the grand ball room. A masterwork home to a roaring fireplace of lavish proportions, framed by large picture windows that enjoy peaceful garden views.

Of key interest is the farms ability to be financially sustainable. Not only is it visually appealing it also offers enough productivity to support its current primary production status. Enhancing this already beautiful environment is the extensive native planting programme. A labour of love has seen this idyllic location developed with around 20,000 native trees and shrubs providing corridors for wild life and protection for stock. The new owner will benefit by being able to harvest sustainable firewood from the mature 10 acre woodlot. Add an exceptional solar tariff that is providing the entire farm with essentially free electricity and you will begin to understand why the current owners are reluctant to leave.

Excellent water infrastructure includes four dams, a quality bore, 8.4 meg water licence, several large water tanks + substantial in-ground water storage facility. Shedding and other improvements will not disappoint.

Home to some of Adelaide’s finest families, this stately character home is now ready to move into the hands of the next custodian. View the extensive list of features and improvements on-line at www.christinemorris.harcourts.com.au

Features
- 75 acres (30.25 Ha) slightly undulating with rocky outcrops and sandy loam
- 4.8 kw solar farm contracted until 2028 with high tariff return
- 40m x 100m shed with 3 phase power and concrete floor
- cattle yards, sheep handling crush and ramp
- 2.7 kms of electric fencing
- 9 paddocks (2 x hardwood plantation paddocks)
- shelter belts of extensive native re vegetation
- recently replaced stock fencing to parts of the property.

The Water Supply
- bore (approx. 700 ppm & 2000 gph)
- 4 dams
- two rain water tanks 46,000 L in total – plumbed to the kitchen and vegie garden
- substantial in-ground water storage tank
- the remainder of the house is on bore water from header tank
- water license 8.4 meg. transferred upon settlement (stock and domestic)

The Homestead
- circa 1800 stone homestead (Built in 1839)
- self-sustainable (water and power)
- 15 rooms incl modern kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, formal dining room, dressing room, office/4th bedroom, office den, living room, lobby, a full size billiard room, cellar and laundry, spacious outdoor entertaining
- Jarrah floorboards
- lofty ceilings, pressed tin and vaulted in parts
- sash windows
- extensively re-wired
- 2 combustion wood heaters ducted to parts of the house
- 3 off-peak English Creda electric heater banks
- Three car garage
- the exterior of the home has been painted within the last 12 months.

The Gardens
- tennis court
- rabbit proof house and garden compound
- extensive reticulation watering system around the grounds
- all stormwater systems have been re-structured and re-directed from the house to the park
- installed agricultural draining to facilitate drainage in wet years
- new plumbing from bore to 92,000 L (20,000 gallon) concrete tank and new pipe from tank to the house and garden
- beautifully manicured traditional and native gardens attracting abundant birdlife
- sweeping lawns
- substantial vegetable allotment
- a water map will be provided to the purchaser.

Distances
- Approx. 5 km to Mt Pleasant
- Approx. 68 km to Adelaide Airport

History & notable ownership
- Visit: http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/young-sir-walter-james-9217
- Once the home of Kim Bonython https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kym_Bonython

Council
- Mid Murray
- Council Rates $3,419.95