It's the Australian dream: a manageable parcel of land where you can live with your family and your kids can grow up like their grandparents did. Montpelier Acres at 1297 Old Flinders Highway in Oak Valley is only 20 minutes from the Townsville CBD, but a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Unlike so many acreage blocks, there are two complete homes here that you can move into straight away. The fences on the five+ paddocks are in excellent condition; there is ample water from the tanks, dam, and town water supply; and there's a big shed to store your machinery and toys. If this is your dream… be quick! We've never seen one like this. This property was part of the Antil Plains WWII aircraft landing area. The houses, however, are not that old. One of them is a traditional 1950s' Queenslander shaded by mature trees, with stunning views across the plains to Bowling Green Bay National Park. The other is a larger 1970s' high-set that is built in underneath, so if you really needed a ringer to maintain the property there is plenty of space for them to live here as well. Modern features such as solar panels with battery back-up and a sparkling saltwater pool are what have attracted guests to this farmstay over the last few years. It's hard to describe a property this large so let's take a birds-eye view. From the top of the hill, which is accessible via four-wheel drive road, you have a clear view over the Ross Dam to Hervey's Range (please see the drone footage and satellite map of this property to get an idea of the scope). The current owner envisioned having luxurious "tiny homes" up here so that he could share the land with couples who really wanted a night out in the bush only 20 minutes drive from town. If you currently have horses or up to 20 head of cattle - this block is perfect. Electric fences, water stations, and shelters are set up and ready for your stock. Let's have a chat about the top house. You'll love the striking ship-lapped pine ceilings and expansive views from the primary suite and kitchen. There are two bedrooms here, both with air conditioning, and the largest bedroom has a "powder room" with toilet and sink. Modern tiles throughout the home make keeping it neat and tidy simple. There is an additional room which the current owners use as a playroom/study, and the bathroom features a large shower which is easy to step into and to clean. The main house on the block is about half a kilometre away. Underneath the house there is a simple kitchen, air conditioned room for sleeping, and laundry with a shower and toilet. This makes an excellent space to rent to workers on the property - or for your parents to stay when they visit, if they need their own space. Upstairs, is a large four-bedroom home with an open plan living/dining/kitchen area. Fussy chefs will appreciate the ample bench space and gas stove here. A split-system air conditioner keeps this space cool year round. All four bedrooms have air-conditioning, built-in wardrobes and plenty of room for a queen-sized bed. The primary suite is massive and is well positioned to have beautiful acreage views. Upstairs you'll also find a modern bathroom with a large shower and separate toilet. Outdoor entertaining spaces are either on the large timber deck adjacent to the kitchen, or poolside. A large saltwater pool and spa is located on the shady side of the house. Updated equipment will keep your pool sparkling for years to come. You'll find undercover parking for four large vehicles adjacent to the house and if you've got more toys than that… you will love the nearby shed complex. The main shed is 6m x 12m with a skillion roof at the front that is 9m x 12m. There are lights and fans here - but you'll need a generator to power them as currently this shed is not connected to the grid. For larger equipment such as tractors there is an 8m x 12m skillion roof behind the shed - giving you heaps more storage. What about the animals? There is a large animal shelter in the paddock near the house which is 8m x 12m. There is also a horse shed with a small attached tack room near the driveway to the top house and adjacent to the roadside paddocks. There are three water supplies. Town water is piped to both houses with a 25mm council water meter connected to a 63mm heavy wall blue line poly pipe. There are two 21500 litre poly rainwater tanks on the main house, which equals 43000 litres of rainwater The dam has an Onga electric pump driven by a generator that pumps water via a 50mm pipe to a 47000 litre tank near the house, which is perfect for watering the lawn/garden. The current owner has never seen the dam run dry. At the top of the hill you can experience breath-taking views that stretch from the mountains of Bowling Green Bay National park, across the Ross Dam , to the heights of Hervey's Range. This is a great spot for evening camp-outs with the family, or… the savvy investor might put a couple of tiny homes up here for the ultimate country Air B'n'B weekend escape. Please see our map of the pastures in the photo set. Fences are in excellent condition and most or electrified with mesh lower panels, so they are suitable for goats, horses, and cattle. Currently, the owner has 11 head of cattle and one friendly donkey on the property. That'll do. The location is fantastic. Where else can you find 100 acres of country bliss 20 minutes from the Townsville CBD? Nearby shopping is at Fairfield Central, about 15 minutes away, and there you will find everything from a Kmart to a Bunnings, and both major grocery chains. Townsville's largest employers, JCU, the Townsville Hospital, and Lavarack Barracks are about a 20 minute drive away. Be quick! We've never seen a property quite like this. Call Simone today for a private inspection.
