An historic property situated in the attractive and picturesque Preston Valley 21km east of Donnybrook.
The 40acre lot farm has both river and road frontages.
The well drained loamy soils coupled with an abundance of water from an irrigation bore, dragline holes and the potential for Preston River water lends the land to intensive horticultural pursuits.
Well pastured, currently run as a cattle and horse property and appropriately well fenced.
Improvements include a massive 32mx 15m highbay, fully enclosed workshop with 3 phase power and a 20m x 9m open front machinery hayshed together with the original hayshed which is in need of some TLC.
The original Chapman homestead built around 1882 (with clay bricks handmade and fired on the property) was also a travel stop for camel trains carting sandalwood to Bunbury Port and a provision shop for travellers.
The current owners are the only family to live on the property besides the Chapman family.
The residence comprises 4 bedrooms, kitchen-dining-family area, separate lounge, office/bedroom, bathroom and 2 toilet/vanities.
The extensions carried out on the homestead add to the comfort and style of the residence without detracting from the uniqueness of the original house.
A fully enclosed below ground pool and an adjoining BBQ and entertainment area offer day or night comfort.
Priced at $850,000.
Contact Frank Haygarth
0427 968 254