Situated on 37.18ha (approx 91 acres) just over an hour’s drive east of Adelaide near Mannum. Located approx 1.5km from the River Murray and proposed marina, the property is also a short distance from Murray Bridge, one of South Australia’s largest regional centres.
As you enter the property, you will be inspired by an array of rustic stone outbuildings which would have once played an important role in the running of a large farming enterprise in years gone by. A solid stone 4-stand shearing shed is still operational while an old dairy with power and running water could easily be converted into horse stables and with the existing horse arena this property could be ideally suited to horse pursuits.
The expansive and beautifully maintained homestead dates back to the 1880′s and features 13ft ornamental ceilings and archways with extensive use of leadlight throughout. The main home comprises of 8 main rooms including four bedrooms, of which three have original marble fireplaces and timber floors. The country kitchen leads into a 60sqm grand formal lounge and dining area featuring early German-settler solid timber and ornate plasterwork ceilings with a large ornate leadlight bay window. An additional living area is perfect for parents retreat, library etc. Extra features include split system air-conditioning, gas and combustion heating.
Additional accommodation includes self contained shearers quarters and two bedroom cottage which would be ideal for large family, guest accommodation or B and B (subject to necessary consents). A cellar provides a cool area for the storage of wine. Further quality shedding consists of a grain storage shed, 6 bay machinery shed, workshop with pit, hayshed and storage shed with unique in-ground rainwater storage. Farming pursuits undertaken on the property consist of grazing and cereal cropping; ideally suited to horses. The property is fenced into 8 paddocks, three of which are electric. A feature of this property is its water availability, and in that regard over 80,000 gallons of rainwater storage is supported by the mains supply.
This sale represents a rare opportunity to secure an historic Murraylands lifestyle property with tremendous income opportunities and the lifestyle benefits of living so close to the river with skiing, boating and fishing at your fingertips. The area is also fantastic for trail bikes and horse riding.