Warrion House is a stunning example of the region's architectural history and carries a truly remarkable story dating back to the 1870s when it was built for the family of the late Hugh Murray (the first white settler to Colac - Murray Street, Murray's Hill, Hugh Murray industrial estate for reference).
Situated overlooking the Warrion hills and nestled in the lakes and craters region, this charming bluestone home is enchanting and possesses many characteristics of years gone by. Stepping onto the tesselated tile front verandah, there is a feeling of grandeur right from the entry.
The floorplan is made up of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, formal dining, formal sitting room, lounge, kitchen, mud room and sun room. Each room is located off the wide central hallway and has its own characteristics from wood heating, high ceilings, gorgeous box windows, renovations and stories to tell. The extension has been completed with respect to the heritage and building materials originally used and boasts the updated country kitchen and sunroom, a place to sit and enjoy the gorgeous afternoon sun and take in the property to the north west. Two reverse cycle air conditioning units and floor heating in the kitchen are temperature control offerings in addition to the wood heaters.
Externally the six acres is an almost blank canvas whilst still boasting the practicalities of hobby farming life with some wonderful and mystical surprises.
- Sheds for machinery, storage, tinkering, vehicle accommodation or maybe a horse stable
- Garden shed with hot and cold running water and its own toilet
- The Bunya Pine and orchard producing olives and numerous varieties of fruit
- Excellent water storage with 3 water tanks and bore water for the gardens and toilets
- Chook pen and dog kennel to house the pets
- Solar panels reducing the household running costs
- Fred's Folly (definition ornamental building with no particular purpose)
Enjoying the warmth and wonder of Warrion House and the country life on offer can be on a permanent or casual basis, it truly is your choice. This property is within a short commute to Colac, a little further along the Princes Highway you will reach Warrnambool and Geelong and under two hour's drive to Melbourne with the completion of the duplicated highway. If you like to share your time between your abode and the beach, Lorne and Port Campbell can be reached within the hour, so a swim, surf or fishing trip can be a part of your routine. In the volcanic foothills of Red Rock and surrounded by an award winning agricultural property, we welcome you to fall in love for yourself.
