Only 77kms from Adelaide GPO on the Fleurieu Peninsula is 47 acres [18.9ha] of income producing natural paradise on the Finniss River.
The philosophy of organics and sustainable land management has driven the development of the property’s unique combination of commercial production [winegrapes and Dorper sheep] and conservation and revegetation of natural habitats. Birds and native animals abound!
The 6 small paddocks [approx. 1.5ha each], each with their own watering point and shelter belt are linked to yards which are suitable for up to 60 sheep. There is also a quarantine and nursery paddock. The remaining area is native vegetation and the house block with orchard of mulberry, plums, quince, pomegranate, fig apples, almonds, pecan, pear and citrus. The 6.2 ha irrigated [bore] vineyard of Shiraz and Tempranillo produces high quality sought after certified organic fruit.
There is potential to expand wine sales and ecotourism.
From the 3m verandah which surrounds the passive solar, 4 bedroom timber framed house with under-croft there are magnificent views of the Finniss River valley, Lake Alexandrina and Coorong. The house is powered by a hybrid natural wind and solar energy system – no power bills! The house has Cypress Pine and slate floors, with underfloor insulation. It is heated by a slow combustion stove in winter and cooled in summer with ceiling fans and cantilever windows combined with 2.7m ceilings throughout. There are 4 bedrooms, office, open plan dinning /lounge with modern kitchen and walk-in pantry. Rain water is harvested from the roof of the house and machinery shed for use in the house and garden. Supply can be supplemented from the Finniss River. Rainfall average 450mm.
The property has school bus services at the main road and good internet connection for home and business. It is peaceful, close to the Lakes, southern beaches and night sky is an astronomer’s delight. Overall it is a delightful balance of lifestyle and income generation.