469 Bella Vista Road

Myrrhee VIC 3732

PRIVATE SALEA Unique Farming and Commercial EnterpriseMt Bellevue - 1,136 acres (460 ha) - $5,500,000Offered as a whole, or in five individual lots.- Bellevue Lodge - 83.69 acres (33.87 ha) - $850,000- Tower Vineyard - 66.07 acres (26.74 ha) - $720,000- Main Homestead - 456.79 acres (186.86 ha) - $2,850,000- Brumby - 146.16 acres (59.15 ha) - $550,000- Hume, Lookout and Old Vineyard 385.16 acres ( 155.87 ha) - $990,000The Ultimate Rural Enterprise in Victoria's Famous King Valley RegionLocation469 Bellavista Road, Myrrhee "Mt Bellevue" is in a noted high country region renowned for world class wines, gourmet cuisine, historic legends and cultural heritage. Complimented by spectacular scenery and natural beauty, Mt Bellevue is conveniently located between two major regional cities: Benalla and Wangaratta (approx. 45 klm). Melbourne is 3 hours drive via the Hume Highway.Wangaratta is a base for major manufacturing, transport and distribution activities and is also the region's headquarters for several State Government agencies. Education possibilities are abundant with two Primary Schools in close proximity to the property and three Secondary Schools, a Specialist School and a TAFE Institute in Wangaratta, all covered by the school bus network.Mt Bellevue is accessed by a private road running through the middle of the property providing easy entry to the vineyards, the various accommodation locations and the farming and recreational pursuits. The property has panoramic views and offers a delightful balance of rolling pastures with approximately 700 acres of improved pasture and serviceable grazing land; the remainder is native timber. Numerous pine plantations provide aesthetic appeal and valuable stock shelter.Commerce and The EnvironmentMt Bellevue has an excellent income history from the farm stay/Bed and Breakfast business and the vineyard and cattle enterprises. The whole property is managed in accordance with environmentally friendly systems. The trained staff, who all live locally are prepared to stay on if required. All major electricity distribution units are provided with PV Solar generators. There are many good tracks on the property for bushwalking and horse riding, as well as extensive native wildlife.CountryMt Bellevue is home to Australias foundation Welsh Black Cattle stud herd. The Welsh Black breed is one of the oldest British breeds with a medium to large frame and boasting hardiness and excellent maternal qualities. It is also ideally suited for infusion with other prime beef breeds for commercial production.The property is divided into 10 major paddocks and 25 smaller paddocks. The fencing is in excellent condition and the laneway system makes livestock handling easy and convenient. The improved pastures are predominately rye and clover country with the majority of the property on deep red volcanic soil.Water SupplyMt Bellevue has an outstanding water supply in a high rainfall area approximately 46 inches (1150 mm) annually. There are two deep bores with a 59 megalitre water licence and an additional 2 megalitre stock and domestic licence reticulating to the majority of the property. A further two springs carry an additional 3 megalitre irrigation licence and a 2 megalitre stock and domestic licence.The property has 7 storage tanks, troughs in every paddock, 5 spring fed dams and the vineyards are fully irrigated. As a result of the nature of the water supply and storage infrastructure on "Mt Bellevue" the property is drought proof as was evident in 1982, 1997 and 2006. A "Mt Bellevue" Trademark is registered and current in anticipation of marketing commercial mineral water.Accommodation"Bellevue Lodge"Located near the entrance of the property within an excellent vineyard environment and with panoramic views. Bellevue Lodge is a charming cedar home comprising 3 bedrooms, an electric kitchen, living/dining and bathroom. Reverse cycle air-conditioning and wood fire stove. Watered independently from spring fed water supplied by electric submersible pump.The Cottage (Cattlemans/Vignerons)A beautifully appointed brick home with stunning views of the district. The Cattlemans consists of a queen bedroom and a twin bedroom, bathroom and electric kitchen/living. Reverse cycle air-conditioning and wood fire stove. The Vignerons comprises a queen bedroom with ensuite and electric kitchen/living. Reverse cycle air-conditioning.The EyrieLocated across the top floor of a two storey stone building n the grounds of the main homestead. This studio loft accommodation includes a large bedroom, ensuite, living/dining and has a balcony overlooking a superb garden dam. Reverse cycle air-conditioning.The FroggeryA luxurious accommodation suite on the ground floor, comprising a main bedroom with kitchenette and ensuite/laundry. Adjacent to the office reverse cycle air-conditioning.