2710 Great Ocean Road

A rare opportunity to purchase Aire River Farm in the tightly held Glenaire Valley. This unique Great Ocean Road property has two excellent dwellings set on 46 acres of easy to maintain farmland and boasts 1200 metres of Aire River frontage. The main dwelling is a striking 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, designed and built by renowned local builder Peter Deppeler as the family home and has been meticulously maintained. The house sits elevated above the Aire River with spectacular views of the valley, bush and lush farmland. Ample windows designed to capture the sun and maximize the views. Large French doors open onto an expansive veranda that wraps 3 sides of the house. The home has a local hardwood frame, messmate floors, cedar windows and doors. The farmhouse kitchen has plenty of cupboard space, stainless steel workbench, Rayburn wood stove, Asko dishwasher, and Westinghouse cooker. The living area adjoining the kitchen has large north facing windows that are eye level with the tree tops and the local koala population. Upstairs are two large, stunning bedrooms both with expansive views, walk in robes and private bathrooms. There is a majestic country essence to this big beautiful house. This is not only due to its position and surrounding landscape but also to the quality craftsmanship evident throughout. The second dwelling is a secluded river-side cabin situated at the end of a pretty lane that runs alongside the Aire River. The cabin has its own private jetty for fishing, swimming or launching boats. Explore upstream through rainforest and platypus habitat or take the tinny downstream to the Aire River mouth where serious fishing is to be found. The one-bedroom cabin has an outdoor spa bath, full size cedar sauna and a gorgeous outlook over the river and lush green flats. Facing north and located in a sheltered location, the cabin captures wonderful light and warmth. It is self-contained with a full kitchen, bathroom, euro laundry, wood heater and carport. Set a good distance from the main house to ensure privacy these dwellings have both operated as successful holiday rentals exceeding an annual turnover of $120,000 per annum. The land has been thoughtfully managed for conservation and farming and boasts a good mix of fertile flats and hill country. Quality fencing divides the property into 3 main paddocks. Across the road is another 16 acres of river flat for grazing or cropping. This property also boosts a large garage with loft storage, machinery shed, shearing shed with sheep yards and cattle yards are located near the property entrance. The unspoilt environment of the Aire Valley makes this a truly unique opportunity where you can live close to nature. The beautiful dwellings, absolute river frontage, established trees, landscaping, easy to manage farmland and considerable infrastructure make this a truly superb property that must be seen to fully appreciate.