Tucked away on a tranquil country lane only 2.5-hours’ journey from Melbourne and a 12-minute drive from the booming regional township of Mansfield, this Barwite residence offers wide-ranging potential as a peaceful weekend retreat, investment, or a place to call home with farming and grazing options. 

The elegantly designed homestead with mountain views is on the market with a price guide of $1,595,000 - $1,640,000.

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“Presenting rolling vistas on the outskirts of town, just a short drive into bustling Mansfield township for brunch or a long lunch, this property offers 33 usable farming acres (approx. 13.35ha), chicken coop, stockyards and several dams,” Amanda Nieuwenhuizen told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND. 

“Permit approved for additional dwellings, you can live in the homestead whilst you construct your new abode and then tap into the lucrative short stay/farm stay accommodation market.”    

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Benefitting from big windows and an open-plan layout, the main homestead features 12ft high ceilings and cozy ambiance with exposed beams. The kitchen boasts a 900mm Smeg cooktop and oven for culinary enthusiasts and there are 4 generous bedrooms with soaring ceilings, including one with an open fireplace. Other features include a spacious tiled laundry/mudroom with second shower, toilet and storage and a Euro fireplace and R/C split system for year-round comfort.

Speaking to LUXURY LIST WEEKEND, vendor Susannah said the home is a former soldier settler’s house, built over 100 years ago. 

“The home has undergone various changes over the years, whilst keeping the original facade. There are pear, mulberry and palm trees that would have been planted when the house was first built which continue to be prominent features of the garden,” she explained. 

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From the road, the house and garden are deceiving, Susannah told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND. 

“The drive leads to a large, enchanting garden that has been beautifully cared for and designed over the years. Think lazy lunches on the lawn under the mulberry tree, with the house always filled with hand-picked flowers. The views over the mountain ranges and paddock dams are glorious as the sun sets and rises.”

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The permit approved by council is for a second dwelling 5 bedroom house and a pod  dwelling with 2 extra bedrooms for accommodation. The 10 paddocks all have shelters for horse or stock, 4 large dams have ample water and the original shearing shed remains, carrying nostalgic memories of yesteryear. 

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“There is massive potential for business opportunities," Susannah explained.  “It’s a quiet country road with fabulous neighbours. Friends who come to stay don’t want to leave.”

To arrange a private inspection, phone or email  Amanda Nieuwenhuizen of Nutrien Harcourts Mansfield via the contact form below. 

To view the listing or for more information click here.

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