451 Mt Eliza Road, Kerrie VIC 3434

Excellent location: Only 50km from Melbourne CBD

One of Victoria oldest and most successful commercial bloodstock operations

Area: 602 acres 243 hectares (approx)
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After making the decision to focus on breeding champion thoroughbreds, the Woodard family, traditionally beef and sheep pastoralists from Skipton in the Western District of Victoria shifted their stud operation in 1986 to the Macedon Ranges Region, drawn to its volcanic soils, high rainfall, water and proximity to Melbourne it was a sensible move and with consistent dedication for over 50 years and sound management, they have established one of Victorias most successful and premier stud operations.

The Farm
Yallambee Stud is ideal country for equine operations and has been principally designed to suit thoroughbred breeding, rearing youngsters and racehorse spelling. Free draining rich volcanic soils married with a moderately cooler climate, rolling hills, good reliable rainfall and the astute layout makes this property versatile and extremely workable throughout the annual calendar. The property has an enviable reputation for presenting high quality and athletic yearlings which is an excellent reflection on the calibre of the property.

Agriculturally, the property features highly productive, free draining volcanic red basalt soils, ideal for the high performance pastures which are sown throughout the property. Water is a feature with the property well-resourced featuring 1km frontage to spring-fed Charlies Creek, an equipped ground bore and a large scale (licenced) dam (approx. 50MgL) with irrigation facilities ensuring year-round fodder.

THE HOMESTEAD

Wonderful classic homestead (circa 2005) with large open plan living, 4 bedrooms, office, cellar and wide verandahs set in lovely rambling gardens.

Additional accommodation includes the two staff cottages both in excellent condition.

STUD COMPLEX

Highly developed with 5 stable complexes including:
Stallion barn 10 super-size boxes
Extensive stabling 53 boxes
Stallion serving barn modern steel construction
Foaling unit 6 foaling boxes with neonate intensive care unit
Full range of veterinary facilities
8 horse walker
Parade ring
Several other feed sheds, silos and tack rooms

Complementing the extensive stabling and stud facilities are several stallion and yearling day yards and numerous horse friendly paddocks which are equipped with laneways for ease of management.