"The Branch River Retreat" 737 Warraba Road, The Branch, 2425
An immediate sense of peace will envelop you as you enter the driveway, with lush green paddocks on either side and grazing livestock. Eagles and hawks soar, wallabies and kangaroos remind you of the uniqueness of the Australian environment. This exceptional 108 acre* property blends resort-style living in an idyllic setting that exceeds expectations. The 4-bedroom home offers craftsman-built finishes, refined inclusions and a family-friendly layout for effortless living and entertaining. A second 2-bedroom cottage located some 500 metres from the main house (currently tenanted), provides an opportunity for a farm-stay or guesthouse. A significant deep-water frontage to the Branch River with your own private licenced pontoon and boat ramp for easy access to the waterways of Port Stephens.
The property is located within easy reach from the Pacific Highway, under an hour to the regional city of Newcastle and its Airport. It offers close proximity to the local and historic villages of Stroud, Booral and Tea Gardens. The local schools are within a short drive and school buses are also available.
The Branch River feeds to the tributaries of Port Stephens via the Karuah River. The pontoon provides a vantage point for you to get to know the estuary dolphins as they feed. Watch sunrises sunsets and open night skies from anywhere on the property. Take leisurely walks along the river's mangrove and wildlife corridor and see if you can spot a koala. If birdwatching is your thing, bring the binoculars along.
Inspired by farmhouses of southern France, this Brittany styled 2-Storey residence is strategically positioned on the top of a hill to encapsulate 360-degree views across the river, paddocks and to the surrounding valleys. Two distinct spaces are accessed by a foyer to adapt to open or private areas.
Each of the spacious 4-bedrooms are of the highest quality and designed to provide scenic views from all vantage points. The large gourmet kitchen is serviced by a vegetable garden.
Tastefully appointed granite benchtops and modern appliances and storage, designed for entertaining with the living area opening out to a shaded alfresco setting for afternoon refreshments to take in the river views and distant undulating hills.
Take refuge in a large cathedral ceiling library cum music room or be active around the pool area, where you can practice your putting on the green, play a tournament of billiards or swim in the heated pool.
The 2-bedroom cottage is situated at the midway point to the main house. Currently rented (with an option to extend or terminate at end of lease), this arrangement certainly gives peace-of-mind to the out-of-towner. It has a neat, open-plan living/kitchen area with all the facilities of a modern kitchen. It is wrapped in verandas to sit and appreciate views across undulating paddocks, a generous orchard to the rear and a dam replete with fish to the front. A two-car garage and studio extend the space.
In summary:
- River front with deep water access, boat ramp and licenced pontoon
- Large 4-bed farmhouse and separate open plan 2-bed cottage
- Multiple living areas with free standing fire-places, air-conditioning and ceiling fans
- Balconied music room and library with cathedral ceiling for acoustics
- Entertainment area incorporating: inground heated mineral pool with bar, putting green, outdoor billiards room.
- Vegetable/Herb Garden incorporating Koi ponds
- Orchard to rear of cottage with citrus and stone fruit trees
- Machinery shed and work space
- Horse stables/yards with ample water supply
- Steel Cattle yards
- Fully fenced paddocks with large dams
- Ample Solar system
- Generous water supply with various large water tanks
Auction
11 am, Friday 25 th November
Venue
Ray White Auction Room
Level 17, 135 King Street, Sydney
Mark McBaron 0401 271 433
Chris Malone 0401 968 447
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