A Little Less Conversation, A Little More Country Living
The further you travel down the Mulgowie/Thornton Valley, the more picturesque the scenery becomes and "Graceland" sits perched in the heart of this little known and undiscovered district. Reminiscent of the Canungra Valley from a time long past; a time before development and growth and the latte set; Thornton is the shining jewel and the agricultural epicentre in the Lockyer Valley.
A tree change/rural lifestyle retreat awaits or downsize your cattle operation to something that is more manageable on this magnificent 193 acre property.
The jacaranda's at the entrance to the property are in full bloom and provide a remarkable welcome to the beautiful vista that this nature lover's property sits atop. Home to a stunning variety of bird and wildlife the property has resident whip bird and bell bird colonies.
Unparalleled mountain and valley views from the beautiful decks at the homestead and at many points around this expansive property abound.
The house
This beautiful character home faces east towards Mount Beau Brummel and the Liverpool Ranges;
5 bedroom plus large sunroom.
Massive 13 metre x 3metre time deck under fully insulated main roof facing east to take in the amazing landscape.
Dual living potential with the master bedroom and ensuite with its own large 8.5 metre x 3 metre separate deck.
Air conditioning to two bedrooms with ceiling fans throughout.
2 bay carport with undercover access to the house.
Fully insect screened.
Plenty of water to the house with 2x22500 litre rainwater tanks feeding by gravity and pump.
Full water filtration system to the house.
Solar hot water with large 415 litre storage .
Rooftop 6.6kw solar system with quality Canadian panels and quality inverter.
Extensive fire infrastructure with fire hose and Rural Fire Brigade connector close to the house. Extensive tree clearing has been conducted for bush fire protection.
The Infrastructure
Everything on this property is top quality and requires no more money to be spent.
12 m x 6m 4 bay galvanised shed power and lighting includes one enclosed concrete bay with lock up roller door and three open front enclosed bays .
Old dairy shed is approximately 13 metres x 5 metres with concrete floor and power connected .
Old cream shed with concrete floor .
Large very good condition timber cattle yards including force yard, race with crush, head bale, baulk gate and drafting facility. Separate race and force yard with all weather loading ramp .
Three phase power adjacent to the yards.
Quality new four barb wire and spit posts all around the property. The fencing requires no work.
New steel fence and gate at the entrance provides security.
The Water
High quality water from bore which has been tested by Queensland Health and is drinking quality
Bore - Solar equipped 8" steel cased bore .
New submersible pump fitted to bore.
Flow rate at bore = 395 Gallons per hour.
50mm poly pipe runs from bore to an elevated 13500 Litre (3000 gall) tank that gravity feeds troughs in yards and paddocks .
Dams - 6 dams; one in each paddock.
The main dam near the house is spring fed.
Multiple springs running at various points across the property, even in the current dry weather.
The Paddocks
Currently agisting 30 head of cattle and their progeny, there is capacity for 50 head.
Approximately 3 acres of prime black soil sits aside the main dam ready to be cultivated for feed crops.
Fenced into 2 large and 5 small paddocks.
Good perimeter and internal access tracks.
Good diversity including black Spear grass, green panic, rhodes grass, kangaroo grass, creeping bluegrass.
Legumes include Siratro and Wynn Cassia & Natives.
Living in Thornton is about embracing a genuine rural Australian lifestyle-a retreat that offers space, nature, and the opportunity for farming or acreage living, while still being within a reasonable drive of the Lockyer Valley's major towns.
The property is in very close proximity to Thornton Primary School, and the Secondary School bus pickup point is three minutes away.
Opportunities to secure a property of this size, quality, and character are rare. If you're ready to make a change and find your ultimate country retreat, you've found the one.
"Graceland" offers more than just a house; it's a ticket to a serene country life. Whether you're looking to run livestock, enjoy the wide-open spaces, or simply want a private sanctuary far from the city's hustle, this property delivers. It's the ultimate canvas for a life that is "Always On My Mind."
Make a day of it and visit our Saturday open home. Enjoy the property and stop for lunch at the mighty Mulgowie Pub on the way to or from your inspection!
Ignore Google maps! Turn right at Thornton School Road and turn left onto Main Camp Creek Road.
Call Marcel or Shane today!
***Expressions of interest expires on Tuesday, 11 November 2025, but is for sale now and can be sold at any time.***
Disclaimer: Ray White Rural Gatton Laidley has taken all reasonable steps to ensure that the information in this advertisement is true and correct but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained in this advertisement.
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