An exceptional lifestyle property where relaxed country living meets flexibility for family, friends, or income.
It's easy to fall in love with Carlisle Lodge. From the moment you arrive, there's a sense of calm and space - the kind that invites you to slow down, breathe a little deeper, and imagine life lived at an easier pace.
The main home sits comfortably within its surroundings, with classic weatherboard and feature brick, wide timber verandahs, and a welcoming country feel that never dates. Built in 2003 and thoughtfully renovated in 2012, the house blends charm with modern comfort, while a separate guest house added in 2025 has further enhanced a highly successful bed-and-breakfast and offers wonderful flexibility for family and friends.
Inside the main house, high ceilings and natural light set the tone. Sunlight filters through quality aluminium windows, catching the warmth of bamboo floors underfoot. The home feels relaxed yet refined, with contemporary bathrooms finished with floor-to-ceiling tiles that add a fresh, modern touch.
The heart of the home is where everyone naturally gathers - an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen space designed for easy days and memorable evenings. The kitchen is both practical and welcoming, with a large island bench, quality appliances, plenty of storage, and a cleverly tucked-away pantry complete with wine storage and a wine fridge.
From the Living/Dining area, bi-fold doors open to a covered outdoor pavilion, fitted with electric blinds, overlooking the peaceful, tree-lined Dawesley Creek - a favourite spot for long lunches, quiet mornings, and year-round relaxed entertaining.
The main bedroom feels like a true retreat, offering space to unwind and an ensuite with a frameless walk-in shower and a deep soaker bath - perfect after a day spent outdoors.
Tucked under the same roof but thoughtfully separated is a fully self-contained wing, ideal for teenagers, extended family, or guests who enjoy their own space. It includes an open-plan kitchen, living and dining area with garden views, a generous bedroom with excellent storage, an ensuite, plus an office and space well suited to a home gym.
Comfort is well taken care of, with ducted and split-system reverse-cycle air conditioning, a wood combustion heater for cooler months, 3-phase power, and a solar PV system that helps keep running costs down.
The separate two-bedroom weatherboard guest house is a beautiful retreat in its own right. Light-filled and welcoming, it offers an open-plan living area, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious bedrooms, and a luxurious bathroom with a soaker bath. A full-width timber verandah is the perfect place to sit with a coffee, listen to the country sounds, and take in the rural views.
Beyond the homes, the property is exceptionally well set up. Substantial shedding and equestrian facilities include an oversized double garage, a barn with three stables and a tack room, a shearing shed, a machinery shed, a workshop, an arena, a round yard, raceways, and herding yards.
Mains water provides peace of mind, while a greenhouse, enclosed orchard, and a children's playground add to the sense of a property designed for real family living.
The land gently rolls down to Dawesley Creek, where around 13 well-fenced paddocks, improved pastures, and float-fed troughs create a wonderful setting for horses, alpacas, or cattle.
The current owners operate two much-loved Airbnb stays - Verandah Retreat and Cottage Escape - both ranked in the top 1% for ratings, reviews, and reliability.
New owners can continue the farm-stay journey or simply enjoy the flexibility of hosting family and friends whenever they please.
Set on approximately 74 versatile acres, just five minutes from shopping and ten minutes from the SE Freeway at Mount Barker, Carlisle Lodge offers a rare chance to embrace a slower, richer way of life in the heart of the Adelaide Hills.
What makes this property special?
• Stunning outlook with distant and private views
• Income producing agistment & Airbnb facilities
• Large accommodation & huge outdoor entertaining area
• Up-to-the-minute kitchen & pantry
• Reverse-cycle air conditioning & wood heating
• Lovely lawns, gardens, playground, greenhouse & enclosed orchard
• 3-phase power & 8.5 kW solar PV system
• High-quality shedding
• Shearing shed | 7m x 9.3m approx.
• Machinery shed | 12.3m x 7.1m approx.
• Barn | 12m x 10m, with 3 stables & tack room
• Arena | 50' x 100' (15m x 30m approx.) & Round yard
• Set up for horses, alpacas, & cattle
• Extensive electric fencing & float-fed water troughs
• 13 well-fenced main paddocks, plus a multitude of other yards
• 5-minute drive to Nairne (approx.)
• 10-minute drive to Mt Barker (approx.)
• 45-minute drive to Adelaide CBD (approx.)
Specifications:
CT | 6023/115
Zoning | Rural
Land Size | 30 ha approx. (74 acres approx.)
Main House Built | 2003; Renovated 2012
Guest House Built | 2025
Mount Barker Council | Rates: $3,451.14 p/a approx.
Emergency Services Levy | $144.05 p/a approx.
SA Water supply | $82.30 p/q approx.
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