1501 River Road, Runnymede, VIC, 3558
Runnymede VIC 3558
For Sale: $5M
'Charter House' 1501 River Road, Runnymede – Elmore District. 177 Ha – 437.4 Acres Approx 4km Campaspe River Frontage
Undoubtedly, the pride of Central Victoria. Maintained to the highest of standards, with longevity, practicality and elegance at the forefront of development decisions. An immaculate homestead and extensive shedding, located on highly fertile cropping and grazing country. Positioned on the banks of the Campaspe River, lined with ages old Red Gums, plus extensive double frontage to the Mount Pleasant Creek.Traverse the tree lined driveway and a gabled roofline attracts your attention, with rough cast pillars and a wide timber lined return verandah providing a shady entrance to the red brick home. 'Charter House', a traditional art deco dwelling, has been transformed into a comfortable modern abode flawlessly blending modern additions with original elements.
The homestead, fit for a Royal visit, is large enough for the biggest of families, comprising four bedrooms (main with ensuite), a dedicated study, formal dining, an enclosed porch and two large living areas. The large timber kitchen and huge family room boast views towards the river. Constructed in 1938 the home's art deco heritage is still intact, with decorative glass, picture rails, and raised ceilings with elaborate ceiling roses and complementary cornice throughout.
Surrounding the home, curated native Australian and English cottage gardens are a breathtaking result of painstaking planning, implementation and care. Bursting to life with spring exuberance, echiums, kangaroo paws, melaleuca, tulips, agapanthus and more are a symphony of colour and aroma. Worthy of commercial display, a walk-around native garden has also been established, showcasing the natural beauty of the Australian landscape.
There is an outstanding 24m x 12m colorbond shed with a 12m x 7.5m annexed area, 4.3m high walls with two full height clearance doors. Equipped with a large built in work bench, single and three phase power connections, halogen lighting and part concrete floor. Constructed in the 1930s, a very sturdy 5 bay carport with workshop provides vehicle shelter and storage with rustic charm. Plus a large hayshed, disused barn and dairy and steel cattleyards.
The entire property is suited to all varieties of agriculture and fodder production as well as the breeding, grazing and fattening of all types of livestock. Heavy carrying deep grey river loam soils are producing an abundance of improved pasture including over 100 acres of lucerne.
Large areas of the farm have been set up for either spray and flood irrigation. There are three approved pump sites strategically positioned along the river providing an opportunity for a new owner to utilise both the existing lasered country laid out for flood irrigation as well as over 1km of 6" underground main with 4" risers for spray irrigation.
A unique and exciting opportunity to secure a river frontage property renowned for its prestige, aesthetic beauty and high agricultural capabilities.
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