Long Gully Road, Violet Town
Sold! Contact for price - Mixed Farming
Excellent opportunity to secure this versatile property.
This lower valley property nestled in the Strathbogie ranges has been held by the owners’ family for 135 years.
This property presents an opportunity to purchase potentially ideal Equine country having North-North East exposure, valley range protection from the South and the benefit of being situated in Victoria’s Thoroughbred Horse Capital Region. The property has run cattle and sheep, grown crops and could also suit other agricultural pursuits.
Lot 1 - Homestead - 126 Acres
Charming rendered brick residence set amidst an appealing 60 year old mainly English style shaded garden – Starts from the time you first enter the property – very individual and relaxing.
The home has two storeys with 2 bedrooms on each and an additional study (4 bedrooms in total).
High ceilings, polished hardwood floors and a combined stone and slate open fire place (split-system unit also installed) greet you as you enter the spacious sitting room through double doors, with your attention being drawn to magnificent views to the gardens, backed by large Red Gums and the hills beyond.
There is a formal dining room and the kitchen has electric and 10kva combustion stoves along with a walk-in pantry. Hot water from stove, solar or electric. Anyone who enjoys a hobby, artistry or reading, could make good use of the attic area with window providing great views.
OUTSIDE: Extensive entertainment decking blends into the garden.
GARDEN: Deciduous Pin Oaks, Plane Trees and Liquidambers form a canopy of botanic like shade areas, supported by numerous other trees and shrubs, along with a variety of bulbous flora, fruit and nut trees. One could not help but notice the wonderful birdlife!
GUEST ACCOMODATION: Adjacent to the main home is a modernised solid rendered m self-contained unit, ideal for the privacy of guests.
ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS: Quality, modern secure Colorbond machinery shed (18m x 9m x 4.5m) with power (240-480 Volt) and concreted workshop area, 2 stand shearing shed, hay shed, 2 general purpose storage sheds and quality steel cattle yards.
WATER: Spring and/or dam water supplies to garden, rainwater to home and an underground grey water recycling system.
LAND: Includes, gently rising, rich black alluvial soils to granitic loam country, sown to clover, rye and phalaris - long road frontage, 2 dams and spring water - large Red Gum trees.
TERMS: 10% Deposit, Settlement 90 Days