Beautifully restored 1870s farmhouse cottage on 9.1 hectares (approx) providing breathtaking views
Situated in the most idyllic hills setting, picture book Hillgrove House (circa 1878) was built by one of Basket Ranges original settlers, William and Martha Burdett. The property is sited on 23 acres 9.1 hectares (approximately) with a fully equipped bore producing 3,000 gallons of good quality water per hour, and water licence with 5 mega litre allowance. Substantial shedding and storage with stone barn/garage with convenient roller doors and huge shed (15.7 x 7.6m).
The Basket Range stone home has been lovingly updated and extended over the years with all the character features of the era beautifully maintained. A versatile floorplan providing numerous living options. 2 large bedrooms both with their own bathrooms and relaxing spa baths. Warm and inviting front sitting room with open fire place, large country style eat-in kitchen, a central casual family living area with slow combustion heater, exposed stone walls and large picture window to paved viewing terrace. Downstairs to cellar and storage room. A kitchenette/laundry, store/utilities room, could easily be converted to third bedroom/study to the rear of the home.
The opportunities and pursuits are endless! Enjoy unique family hills living, or pursue the land with the area being one of the coolest-climate wine growing areas in the country. You will fall in love with this one!
Features include
- Open fireplaces with timber surrounds
- 2 reverse cycle airconditioners
- Original exposed stone chimney in kitchen
- Cellar and storage rooms
- Attractive established gardens with automatic watering system
- Fully equipped bore 3,000 gallons per hour
- Water licence 5 mega litre allowance
- Ample shedding and storage (approx. 300sqm)
- 23 acres (9.1 hectares approx.) Part of the land planted with native garden (including Leucadendrons for which there is a commercial market)
