Step back in time to this wonderful old stone cottage originally built in 1856. Hidden from the road, the home is surrounded by lawn, trees and garden
The original part of the home, the hall and the 3 large bedrooms all have tiled floors, one currently used as a formal lounge, even features an Excelsior No 3 cast iron slow combustion heater in the fireplace
The character kitchen has an impressive stone fireplace featuring old wood stove and original flagstone floor. In keeping with the traditional country style, the cupboards and benchtops are solid timber and the butlers sink adds that extra special touch. Gas cook top and electric oven bring modern day convenience to the rustic setting
A magnificent light filled open plan extension has been added to the original floorplan and this houses the family room, dining and casual meals areas. The walls of the room are almost entirely glass with numerous doors leading out to the garden and the transparent blinds allow you to enjoy the view even when they are down. Exposed recycled timber beams carry on the olde world charm. A reverse cycle split system and 2 ceiling fans will enable you to be comfortable all year round
The sparkling white bathroom has polished marble floor tiles, heritage fixtures, a shower over the spa bath as well as a striking leadlight window
Outside there is a separate bathroom with toilet and shower over bath which also doubles as the laundry
Most of the expensive things when buying an old home have been dealt with already, a new sand filter waste water treatment system was installed last year and the house has been rewired and reroofed
There is an olive grove with approximately 1000 trees planted 11 years ago and another 400 around 5 years ago. The varieties are Leccino, Pendolino, WA Mission and Frantelo which when the oil has been blended have won the owners awards
The property has a good quality bore as well as a large dam which is home to the resident flock of geese. The olive grove and garden are watered by a fully automatic system, giving you more time to relax by taking the hard work out of watering
There is a winter creek that flows down the valley behind the home as well as another on the western boundary that together contribute to the start of the Saunders Creek. They weave their way through the valley, carving a path out of the granite and creating waterfalls as they go. Magnificent old gum trees line the banks and there are so many beautiful spots to just sit and marvel at the wonders of nature and be amazed at the shape of some of the massive granite boulders and outcrops
This is a property with so much variety, a wonderful old home, ample water, creeks, income potential from the olives, grazing land, a chance to explore and get away from things
Please call Peter Girke on 0402 845 941 to arrange a time to view this wonderful offering

The adjacent 36.52 Ha block is also available to purchase. It has power connected, an equipped bore with diesel generator as well as a 29.45 megalitre water licence (available for purchase separately)