183 Perricoota Forest Road

Moama NSW 2731

PERRICOOTA STATION
IN THE EXCLUSIVE ECHUCA-MOAMA DISTRICT
332 ACRES - 134.5 ha (approx)
HISTORIC HOMESTEAD (Circa 1860's) ON THE BANKS OF THE MAJESTIC MURRAY RIVER.
History
Perricoota Station was first settled in 1843 and in the early 1860s part of the present homestead was built in 1865. In the late 1800s the property was used for cattle and sheep and the owners at the time were also part-owners in Cobb & Co and also used the property extensively for depastured and breeding hundreds of their coach horses. At the turn of the century Perricoota was sold to F. S. Falkiner & Sons, the world famous Merino sheep breeders, the Falkiners owning the property until 1911 when the Watson brothers, originally from Bendigo assumed ownership.
The first citrus trees were planted in 1913 and planting continued until 1937 when about 130 Acres had been planted. Re-planting was commenced again in 1968 and in 1994 there were approximately 14,500 trees on 110 irrigated acres.
In the early 1900s the citrus operation ceased however the citrus trees are still present and fruitful today. In September 2010 the present owner purchased the property and brought it back to its former glory of retaining Moamas history. The present owner now utilises Perricoota for a restaurant, accommodation, functions, wedding facilities and conferencing on the property.
Property
Approx. 220 acres of open country of which 150 acres is of sprinkler irrigation with over 3 kilometre frontage to the Murray River 'Perricoota Station' has a stunning and permanent water supply. 250 megalitre general security water with as new pumps throughout the property providing abundant water supply.
Homestead Circa 1860s the magnificent red brick homestead is reached by a long driveway of lawns and trees and sweeping lawns. Painstakingly restored, 'Perricoota Homestead' retains all its period charm including high ceilings, mantle open fire places, leadlighting and tall French colonial shuttered windows. Rooms include formal dining room, formal lounge, formal drawing room and modern renovated bathroom.
10 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms set within magnificent grounds and gardens on the banks of the Murray River. In-ground swimming pool and pathway to the river and its own pontoon.
A further two fully renovated houses - Station type improvements include stables - shedding plus two other cottages providing additional accommodation.
Packing Shed Restaurant
A major feature of Perricoota Station is the original large citrus packing shed which has been totally renovated into a magnificent restaurant which can sit up to 350 guests. A modernised building overlooking the river and including long redgum bar, 10 door fridge and its own loading pontoon on the Murray River.
Summary
'Perricoota Homestead' is an historic masterpiece and presents an outstanding lifestyle in addition to many business opportunities. Within 15 minutes of the famous river city of Echuca and only 2.5 hours drive from Melbourne CBD.
FOR FURTHER DETAILS CONTACT - Peter Hawkins 0418 317 440