Grand, serene and majestic – set high on the banks of the East Coast’s largest river, this historic hardwood homestead has a multitude of tales to tell from its initial completion in 1926 to the continuing improvements made by the current owners who have enjoyed the property for 30 years.
To this end, consider the rareness of this offering when making the decision to inspect. We know these pictures give you a hint, but only an inspection can truly do this property justice because there is far more here than meets the eye.
Underpinning the home’s quality are the breathtaking views of the Clarence River – at least 4 bends of the mighty watercourse can be seen from the spacious front veranda which hugs the north, east and southern sides of this grand old lady.
There is another large deck on the western side which welcomes guests into a stunningly wide hallway entrance.
The polished floorboards in the hallway can lead you to your choice of lounge room, family room, kitchen, decks or main bedroom (see floor plan). The two living spaces (lounge and family room) are generous in size and stylishly finished.
The main bedroom has a tick in every box – a huge en suite and walkthrough wardrobe, views of the river and access to a deck.
The remaining three bedrooms, a study and main bathroom can be found off the family room which also leads onto a deck.
As to the out-buildings – there are 11 (yes that’s right). From a hand-sawn hard-wood former outhouse to “the schoolhouse”, stables, barn, laundry (complete with third shower), car ports and secure worksheds aplenty.
Access to the river can be found via a walking trail which meanders its way down the hill. A pump sits ready to push water into one of two tanks. As a result of this, the owners have never had to purchase water.
A registered cattle producing property with quality fencing all round, a dam and watering troughs linked to the tank system, this 17.26 hectare (42.65 acre) farm carries 10 breeders with ease and has produced up to nine calves per season in recent years.
It would be perfectly suited as a horse stud, poultry farm or any number of agricultural pursuits.
An elite class of property which really has no comparison – you can make this dream a reality as the sellers are committed to getting a result and are listening intently to the market.
YATTENDON – A BRIEF HISTORY
Named after a horse that won the Sydney cup in 1866, Yattendon is also the name of a village in England.
The Yattendon stallion was bred at the famous Ramornie Station by Mr Charles Tindal. It was Mr Tindal’s relative (believed to be his maiden aunt) Miss Anne Tindal who first built the dwelling in 1926. The property was first granted to Gottlob Moritz Kreiger via a Crown Grant in April of 1889.