Welcome to ‘Hollybrook Estate’ – a stunning and extremely rare opportunity to secure a slice of the historic Wollombi Valley for investors and owner/occupiers alike.
Set in an elevated position overlooking stunning valleys and a picturesque 89.5-acre estate, complete with four approved dwellings, a brilliant self-contained studio multi-purpose space, studio/office space, large maintenance shed with workshop and DA approval for a further two-cabins and three-bedroom dwelling and a large art studio, the demand will be significant.
Ideally located less than two hours from Sydney with a pleasant and scenic farmland drive, the proximity to Wine Country and Newcastle, there are genuine opportunities for investors with tourist accommodation yielding outstanding returns, a potential wedding venue, multi-generational families seeking the dream property to enjoy with their extended family or those simply seeking a getaway location that has the bonus of strong income potential.
MAIN RESIDENCE (‘THE HOMESTEAD’ CIRCA. 1900) – Brilliantly renovated three-bedroom country farmhouse with elevated ceilings and renovated bathroom with outstanding finishes
• Three bedrooms with country charm, all appointed with built-in robes and ceiling fans – air-conditioning to master bedroom. All bedrooms featuring direct access to the hardwood veranda and beautiful rural views – an amazing way to wake up each morning.
• Beautifully styled, light-filled and practical kitchen offering outstanding bench space with 40mm stone benchtops, decorative antique-style cast iron cooking stove, 900mm ‘Ilve’ electric oven and stainless-steel rangehood for quality cooking options, elegant double farmhouse sink and all the modern luxuries with stunning views over your land.
• Equally elegant main bathroom with a modern rural appeal with beautiful timber vanity featuring double sinks and stone benchtops and large shower space.
• Spacious formal loungeroom with wood burner fireplace, air-conditioning, decorative cornices and ceilings – adding charm to an outstanding place to relax in comfort.
• Outstanding hardwood entertainers’ deck with bespoke landscape design incorporating quality flora, pavilion for covered entertaining options and surrounded by quality green pasture with practical access to the homestead.
DWELLING 2 – (‘DAIRY COTTAGE' CIRCA. 1900) Historic dairy, fully renovated two-bedroom dwelling with respective ensuites and outstanding finishes
• Two-bedrooms, both appointed with modern luxuries including private ensuites, air-conditioning, ceiling fans and direct access to the veranda with elevated views over the valley and the historic addition of the original concreted cattle ramp.
• Modern galley-style kitchen and adjoining open plan living area with the charming decorative inclusion of original posts and rails from the original dairy. Additional features of wood burning fireplace and impressive French doors to front veranda.
• Your choice of entertaining options with a spacious front veranda with stunning rural views or a stylish private courtyard at the rear with adjoining firepit area.
DWELLING 3 & 4 (‘VALLEY VIEW CABINS’ – Modern, architecturally-designed and completely off-grid, eco-retreat cabins featuring idyllic and fully self-containing accommodation)
• 2023-built open plan and air-conditioned cabins with stylish raked ceilings and outstanding facilities that include, however not limited to, immaculately designed bathroom with underfloor heating, galley kitchen, gas cooking and hot water, drawer dishwasher and bar fridge with panoramic elevated views of the valley and surrounding mountain range from cabin and/or large timber balcony.
• Large timber entertaining area for guests/extended family to relax and enjoy.
THE 'HOLLYBROOK ESTATE' PROPERTY
• Approved laundry/multipurpose area with kitchenette, office spaces, bathroom amenities and elevated timber platform.
• Large machinery shed with huge workshop area, plenty of storage options incorporating four containers
• Charming art studio/office or multipurpose area with air-conditioning, power, lighting and hot/cold water options.
• 89.5 acres of fertile valley floor surrounded by quality bushland in the iconic Wollombi Valley
• Greenhouse with plumbed interior and exterior water and customised plant tables
Property Services: (Further details available in Information Memorandum)
• ELECTRICAL – Grid power and solar battery supplying Valley View cabins, farm shed and studio/laundry with back-up 9kVa generator
• WATER – Tank Water (approx. 110,000L) and Bore Water (installed 2020)
• CONNECTIVITY – Quality connectivity available via Starlink and Telstra ADSL, providing functional phone and high-speed data and internet coverage.
• SEPTIC – 2 x onsite septic systems
Neighbouring the iconic and historic town of Wollombi, the rural suburb of Sweetmans Creek is some of the most sought-after land in the Hunter Valley and equally popular for weddings and tourism, whilst also being central to Sydney, Newcastle and the Hunter Valley.
22 minutes to Cessnock CBD
25 minutes to the world-renowned vineyards, eateries and restaurants of the Hunter Valley (Pokolbin and Lovedale)
50 minutes to M1 Motorway (Somersby)
64 minutes to Gosford CBD
78 minutes to Newcastle CBD
100 minutes to Sydney CBD
Get in quick as quality acreages in the area are regularly snapped up quickly.
Call Ben Wrigley for Ellejayne Realty on 0409 652 160 for more information or to book your private inspection.
Disclaimer
Ellejayne Realty has obtained all information provided here from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations. All images are indicative of the property only.
