Warragamba Homestead is one of Country Victoria’s best kept secrets - a stunning lifestyle property offering rural privacy and close proximity to local townships and regional centres.
Inspired by its heritage, the homestead is a one-of-a-kind restoration featuring detailed craftsmanship. The historic timber facade has been reclad and repainted and the roofing rejuvenated. Original windows, vintage entrances and outdoor coach lighting preserve the farmhouse feel.
The homestead interior features all original Baltic pine flooring, 10-foot ceilings & dado walls throughout. An open plan design, sectioned by ironbark beams, showcases the expansive kitchen with dining capacity for 10 people. Seamlessly merging the old and the new, fittings include timber cabinetry, new farmhouse sink and tap, vintage lighting, hand hammered copper range hood, new ceiling fan and leadlight window. The original wood fired oven is built into the brickwork, while you cook up a storm in the new induction upright Belling oven.
The kitchen flows into two adjoining living areas creating an expansive space for lounging and a games table. These spaces boast original back-to-back brick fireplaces with reclaimed railway sleeper mantles and cast-iron fenders. Bordering the kitchen is an original Pot Belly Stove with a striking handcrafted pressed-tin backdrop. The kitchen and living areas also feature two high capacity reverse cycle systems, with a third reverse cycle system in the main bedroom. Note: The main electrical switchboard has been upgraded and rewired to approved standards.
The homestead has three generous bedrooms with polished timber floors and traditional features. The main bedroom has a private hallway entrance with verandah access and TV connection. The second bedroom makes a beautiful guest room or kids room capturing the morning light. The third bedroom is a retreat style with extensive built in storage and triple window seat - currently utilised as an office, this space is ideal as a kid’s room or for working remotely with plenty of additional desk space in the expansive adjoining hall. A Sky Muster™
NBN satellite dish is installed rooftop, offering reliable and affordable internet for the home office or education purposes. A landline connection cable remains.
The new main bathroom is a lovely and light filled space, featuring handmade blackwood cabinetry, vintage style toilet, quality fittings and a beautiful claw foot bath with antique shower head. A second bathroom and laundry is attached to the home, including timber finishes, new floor linings, shower with cast iron mini bath and second toilet. The property septic system has recently been serviced.
The homestead is approximately 32 squares under the roofline, including the impressive 9-foot-wide handcrafted timber verandah with custom railing. This is a wonderful alfresco space for entertaining family and friends with outdoor cooking on the BBQ. Relax here and take in the stunning daily sunsets and into the evening you can experience the magical 'dark-sky' stargazing views.
Animal friendly, this property is horse-ready with two flood-lit post & rail yards. Handcrafted from treated pine, these 5-foot yards offer easy and interchangeable access with new gates. There is ample room for the existing round yard, loading ramp and horse transport, with a large turning circle in the drive.
The property is recognised for its historical significance as a previous Post Office & Telephone Exchange, and the site of an iconic Blacksmith Store & Farrier - you can still find the odd antique horseshoe! The original 'Miners Cottage’ is partially lined with underground power in place. Currently used as a storage shed, this cottage has the potential for a second dwelling. Featuring an original open brick fireplace and pitched attic style roofline, this could be a great project well suited for use by extended family, teenagers, supplementary rental income or even a farm stay opportunity (*STCA). The cottage adjoins a two-vehicle carport that could also be utilised as a stable.
Situated on just over an acre, the property is set back from its sealed road frontage with a convenient service road, handcrafted post and rail fencing and an aggregate driveway. A carpet of vibrant seasonal wildflowers fills the frontage each year. Established native trees surround the property enhancing the relaxed privacy, and beautiful birdlife is abundant. Enjoy productive citrus trees and the opportunity to create a self-sustaining veggie & herb garden in the rich loamy soil.
Nestled in an established pastoral and cropping district, seasonal fields of golden canola create a stunning backdrop. The property is zoned farming, providing an affordable rates scheme including roadside waste collection. Multiple rainwater tanks totalling approximately 30,000 litres supply domestic and garden water needs. A wonderful natural environment for family and kids, the property is also on a school bus route with mail delivery available and PO Box facilities at nearby Lockington. The Campaspe River and Greens Lake are nearby for recreation.
Centrally positioned just 5 mins from Lockington, 15 mins from Elmore and Rochester, 25-30 mins to Echuca and Kyabram and 35-40 mins to Bendigo, gives you fast access to all essentials plus the benefits of regional centres. Melbourne’s outer suburbs are an easy 2-hour drive. This location is a great base with potential market reach for anyone self-employed while also providing the capacity to work from home.
Warragamba Homestead is the ideal location for a tree change, country escape, a potential farm stay enterprise*, a lovely horse-friendly setup or your new beginning…
This is a rare opportunity so call today to arrange an inspection of this very special property.
