The opportunity has presented itself to acquire a prestigious mixed farming country estate, referred to as “Ferndale” on 274 acres (111 Ha).
Situated in the tightly held district of Willowmavin between Kilmore and Lancefield townships and within an hours drive of Melbourne’s CBD and the Tullamarine Airport.
“Ferndale” Homestead is delightfully renovated and offers three robed bedrooms, master with full ensuite. Galley style country kitchen comprising of Ilve cooker, wood fired stove and marble bench tops and is adjacent to the meals area. A stunning lounge room featuring a stone floor, cathedral ceilings and a magnificent fireplace with access to the outdoors. The formal dining is impressive with bi-fold doors opening to the expansive deck for outdoor entertaining with views of the surrounding countryside. Other notable features include reverse cycle air-conditioning and wood fired hydronic heating system.
“Ferndale” also features a three bedroom weatherboard cottage allowing the potential for a passive income from Air BNB, long term rental or perfect for extended family.
Set amongst an established garden of English and native trees and adjoining the 2.5 acres of Merlot vines, a 10 x 4 in-ground pool with solar heating and a pool house, it is the perfect place to spend your summer afternoons.
Existing Cellar Door includes hot and cold water and glass washer, is ideally located off the driveway, along with expansive versatile shedding includes cool room, labelling and storage room all with power connected.
Other outdoor facilities include a shearing shed, cattle/sheep yards and stable along with numerous multipurpose machinery and workshop out buildings.
This stunning property offers a balance of fertile grazing cells along with native timber and comes with a 24 Meg licence via a bore 14 Meg spring fed dam and ample storage for drinking water.
Ideally suited for a range of alternative mixed farming and business pursuits this property is well worth your time and inspection.
Inspections are by private appointment.