Only 70 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, this breathtaking acreage offers the ultimate rural retreat, tree-change opportunity, or cattle/horse stud.

The property is owned by sporting identity Simon O’Donnell and his wife Rebecca who previously used it as pre-training and breeding facility for some of Australia’s finest thoroughbreds through his involvement with OTI racing, but now runs grass fed cattle.  

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“The first time we entered the gates of Wingara we couldn’t help but be impressed by the meandering driveway leading to the main residence flanked by beautiful native flora,” Chris Barrett told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.

“The property features approx. 200 acres (80ha) of flat, useable land with a picturesque creek running through the middle. The three residences on the land are all separated, making it ideal for a caretakers’ residence, guest accommodation, and the beautiful main residence that whilst beautifully renovated still maintains a lovely country homely feel.”

“The lifestyle this home features includes mod-grass tennis court, swimming pool and firepit ideal for entertaining.”

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Encompassing rolling hills and a meandering creek, Wingara’s three residences sit behind remote gates at the end of an avenue lined with Chanticleer pear trees amid meticulously designed gardens which include groves of ornamental pears, espaliered pear and Granny Smith apple trees, sculptured box hedges and a thriving vegetable garden.

The stunning main house is positioned within a series of landscaped garden ‘rooms’ overlooking the tennis court and pool. Surrounded by broad verandahs, the inviting interior spaces display a comfortable designer style featuring timber floors and plantation shutters. 

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The wide central hall introduces an expansive living and dining area with a built-in bar and open fire surrounded by crazy paved Castlemaine stone. The superbly appointed gourmet kitchen featuring stone benches and a light-filled family dining room opens to a large north-facing pergola covered entertaining deck offering leafy rural vistas. 

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The gorgeous main bedroom with stylish ensuite and walk in robe is matched by a second bedroom with designer ensuite and robe, two additional robed bedrooms and a family bathroom with separate toilet. Upstairs a sensational sun-drenched rumpus or media room commands scenic views of the surrounding hills and countryside.

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The 3-bedroom guest cottage features timber floors in the dining room, generous living room with a fireplace, modern kitchen and bathroom/laundry, while the second 3-bedroom cottage includes a spacious open plan living and dining room with a capable kitchen.

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Offering potential as a working farm or equestrian centre, the property’s comprehensive stable complex comprises 9 boxes, wash bay, tack room, feed room and vet room.

Additional farming infrastructure includes a staff room with kitchenette and bathroom, second double carport, 2 machinery sheds, a hay shed, feed shed, undercover round yard, numerous livestock shelters within multiple fenced paddocks, dams and water tanks.

The property is positioned between the townships of Lancefield and Kilmore, easily accessing Melbourne airport, Vline rail services, excellent schools and surrounding wineries.

Source: Marshall White

To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Chris Barrett of Marshall White or John Bongiorno of Marshall White via the contact form below. 

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