McCartney Real Estate is thrilled to present the prestigious 'Brown Magpie Estate' for sale—a distinguished 50-acre investment opportunity set in Modewarre, just minutes from Moriac and a short drive from Geelong. Situated in the hinterland of the Surf Coast and the Great Ocean Road, the estate is only 15 minutes from Torquay, Anglesea, and Waurn Ponds.
This exceptional property spans 20 hectares (approx.) on a gentle, north-facing slope, with cypress trees lining the western and southern borders, creating a warm and sheltered environment.
A Halliday 5-star award winner for six consecutive years (2016-2021), the estate boasts a renowned vineyard, a welcoming cellar door, a storage shed, machinery shed, chemical shed, irrigation shed, eight water tanks, two surface water dams, a stock and domestic licensed bore, and water rights to Thomson's Creek (currently not utilised). Completing this remarkable property is a charming homestead, offering a unique blend of rural charm and modern luxury.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a property of such calibre, perfectly positioned in one of Victoria's most sought-after regions.
Key Features Include
Vineyard
• Total Area of approximately 9.1 hectares or 22.48 acres under vine.
• Average rainfall 23-24 inches
• 23,000 vines – Varieties of Pinot Noir, Shiraz, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.
• Average production 55 tonne – weather dependent
• Automated watering system to the entire vineyard
• Moisture testing system
• Lease of vineyard/winery/ grape sale potential, currently circa $120k pa.
Buildings
• Winery 165m2 with 115m2 veranda, ac
• Cellar Door with Amenity Block, ac
• Storage Shed 105m2, ac
• Pallet racking
• Machinery and storage shed 330m2, insulated with extensive pallet racking
• Chemical shed 16m2
• Irrigation shed 16m2 with 2 phase power
External
• 2 x 50,000 litre water tanks (connected to winery/cellar door) filtered
• 4 x 25,000 litre water tanks (connected to house system
• 2 x 15,000 litre water tanks (connected to winery/cellar door)
• Security system to all buildings
• 3 x power supplies 2 x 2 phase, 1 x single phase
• Two septic systems
• Two surface water dams (cap 8ml, 3ml)
• Stock & domestic licensed bore (5ml constructed, not tapped)
• Water right to Thomson's creek, currently not utilised
Homestead
• Stunning 4-bedroom family home with separate wings (6-star energy rating) with two bathrooms, powder room, mud room, two spacious living zones with combustion heaters, office, study, 4 car garage, wine cellar and art room, butler's pantry, Actron ducted reverse cycle h/c, 5 zones, Smeg appliances.
• Separate music room, with storeroom (outdoors)
• 12m x 4m salt chlorinated, solar heated, swimming pool
• Undercover alfresco with pizza oven & built in BBQ, sink and HWS
• Fruit trees, including nectarine, plums, apricots apple and nut trees
• 100,000 litre water tank with filtration system
The sale of Brown Magpie Estate offers a rare chance to acquire a well-established rural lifestyle property that comes with a highly regarded wine brand. Nestled in nature, the comfortable family home exudes warmth and tranquillity, with breathtaking views across lush green landscapes. The cellar door, perched above the winery, provides a picturesque vantage point overlooking the vineyard, native vegetation, and the estate's stunning surroundings.
Opportunities to own a rural lifestyle property that combines natural beauty, diversity, and seclusion with commercial income potential are truly rare. This unique landholding is located in a highly esteemed area, making it a one-of-a-kind investment.
For further information and specifications or to arrange an inspection, please contact Tim Carson on 0434 690 930 today.
Inspections are strictly by appointment.
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