Just over 22 acres, where lifestyle dreams do come true!
This scenic farm estate has it all including a comfortable four (4) bedroom home, an abundance of water, two (2) separate studio cottages (for AirBnB or lodgers), outside office/entertaining space with full kitchen facilities and panoramic views to die for.
This farm was once the Drouin West Berry Farm and a food forest of orchard trees remain including oranges, lemons, grapefruits, cumquat, mulberry, olives, feijoa, macadamias, figs, cherries, plums, limes, walnuts, almonds, apples, pears, pomegranate, avocado, peaches, nectarines, apricots, quince and more. A large greenhouse, great veggie beds and low maintenance gardens make this farm a potential off grid dream. For those looking for a tree change or extend your lifecycle, this beautiful property has opportunities galore!
Inside the home are four (4) bedrooms, two (2) bathrooms with a study area, large kitchen/ dining area, reverse cycle air conditioning, combustion wood heater, split system air conditioning, a large boot room, store room and large solar system with two (2) batteries. The house is great - but it's the outside you'll fall in love with including stunning views from every window and hidden vistas that create a sense of calm and beauty to immerse yourself in.
The property currently runs horses and cattle with fencing being a mix of electric-braid and post and rail and could be turned to any livestock or arable growing pursuits. Two (2) foal/calving paddocks are totally secure with the property having ten (10) shelters over the eighteen (18) paddocks. The current owner currently operates a farm food stand, having also sold the ample produce at farmers markets in the past. Additional income opportunities include cottage rental, agistment opportunities or function hire (STCA) - the possibilities are endless!
Outbuilding include machinery and fodder shedding, a large hay shed and an outside toilet block with fantastic parking and drainage. The undulating property also has cattle yards, a crush and race, provides a high hay yield from its improved pastures.
Located just 3kms (approx.) from the Freeway and the V-line express train stops at nearby Drouin or Longwarry stations. Melbourne CBD is within 100kms and it's a quick 25km (approx.) car ride to the Pakenham Racetrack and less to Tonimbuk Equestrian Centre - to meet your equine dreams.
Features
* Four (4) bedroom, comfortable sandstone brick rendered home
* 16kw solar system with two (2) batteries
* Extensive choice of opportunities utilising the old caf� building for home office, functions, entertaining, man cave or farm business venture (all new crockery, cutlery and catering utensils come with the property)
* Machinery & hay sheds
* Ten (10) shelters for livestock across eighteen (18) paddocks
* 60 x 20m all weather horse arena and 18m round yard
* Two (2) x studio cottages for use as B&Bs or lodgers
* Permanent dams supplying stock water and garden irrigation
* 135,000 litres of rainwater water
* Close to freeway and V-line express trains to Melbourne CBD
* Large carpark area for any commercial pursuits (STCA)
* Well drained land with all year round improved pastures
* Up to date weed, seed and fertiliser history
* NBN wifi set up to house and separate supply to cottages
* Combustion wood burner in house with reverse cycle air conditioners in the house and cottages
A great family farm or a new rural business enterprise (STCA), the opportunities abound and an inspection will not disappoint!
Please note: All property details listed were current at the time of publishing. Due to extreme buyer demand, some properties may have been sold, therefor confirmation of all opens with the listing agent within 24 hours of the scheduled opening is advised. In accordance with the Chief Health Officer's Directions, you will be required to check in before entering the property.
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