There's a certain kind of magic in the limestone coast-vast paddocks, open skies, and the peaceful hum of country life. And nestled quietly along Southern Ports Highway in Mount Benson, Karobina Cottage sits patiently, waiting for someone to bring that magic back to life.
Set on approximately 15.4 acres, this rural retreat is ideal for the visionary buyer-someone who values privacy, space, and the raw potential to create something truly personal. The original stone construction of the cottage, built from a classic concrete and sand mix, anchors it in history. A wraparound verandah offers the perfect spot to enjoy sunsets over your front garden, with the smell of sea air drifting in from nearby Robe and Long Beach.
Inside, the home is humble but functional: a cozy kitchen warmed by a wood stove, a reverse cycle air conditioner to handle the changing seasons, and a gas heater in the living room to cut through chilly mornings. Modern touches like solar panels, Sky Muster NBN, and 4G coverage make this a practical base for off-grid or semi-rural living.
But it's outside where this property truly shines. A 2-bay shed with attached workshop and a towering 4-bay hay shed are perfect for machinery, animals, or future creative conversions. The three rear paddocks-with some fencing in place-are a blank canvas for agistment, grazing, or even boutique farming.
Located in a Rural Zone, the property comes with a set of overlays-mostly environmental protections like water resources and bushfire considerations. But with no major development barriers, the existing cottage provides a rare starting point for renovation or extension.
Features include:
• 6.24 hectares / ~15.4 acres of rural land
• Original stone-built cottage with wraparound verandah
• Updated plumbing and septic
• Roof repairs planned prior to settlement
• Reverse cycle air conditioning + gas heater
• Wood stove in kitchen & large oven with gas cooktop
• 2x 5000L rainwater tanks
• Solar panels for energy efficiency
• NBN Sky Muster Satellite + 4G mobile coverage
• 2-bay shed with workshop
• 4-bay tractor/hay shed (5m height clearance)
• 3 fenced paddocks + central race (fencing maintenance required)
• Active bore with good quality water
• Zoned Rural (Ru) with overlays for environmental and infrastructure protections
• No bushfire, flood, or heritage overlays currently detected
• Close to Robe township, schools, and third ramp access to Long Beach
• Rental Appraisal: A rental appraisal has been conducted for approximately $330 to $340 per week.
Whether you're dreaming of a weekend escape, a home base for a creative rural business, or a place to finally live a potential off-grid lifestyle, Karobina Cottage offers the bones, the land, and the location-it just needs a little love to truly shine and is priced accordingly to assist.
Call our coastal agent Karyn Prelc today to arrange a virtual or personal inspection of the property- 040 226 8137
RLA- 291953
