Last Listing description (February 2013)
Classic homestead on 49 acres, with olive plantation for additional income
If you have ever dreamed of owning a classic Australian homestead, on a manageable farm, just a few minutes from the quaint village of Grass Valley and Northam, and an hour to the metropolitan area, then this is your opportunity.
The mildly undulating land has Avon Valley loam, and 2300 olive trees (on approximately 30 acres) that produce outstanding olive oil - providing the opportunity of creating some supplementary income, plus there is a portion of arable land suitable for cropping and grazing.
The home is a delight, built with solid stone, 16 inch thick walls. The original part was built in the 1800's and further extended in the 1950's - 70's, with the final extension completed in 1983.
The home has a verandah to three sides, and one of its many features is the large dining/living room - with doors opening to the east and west verandahs, and a room that fills with natural light, has tile fire and a feature rock wall at one end, and exposed beams - beautiful!!
The kitchen also reflects an era of bygone days, and has an Everhot slow combustion stove (that supplements the solar hot water system), plus a modern stainless steel gas/electric stove.
At the front of the home is a character sitting room with fireplace and pressed tin ceiling - perfect place to sit and chat or read.
There are three bedrooms, a bathroom (with claw bath), laundry, and an internal toilet. There is a reverse cycle air conditioner to the living area and ceiling fans. The home has high ceilings, is in excellent condition and is just a pleasure to be in.
A pleasant sitting area is to the side of the home, while at the rear is a below ground swimming pool, plus a studio with a second shower recess, power and light. The property is connected to scheme water, however there are two rain water tanks (23,000 litre and 4,500 litre).
An old style 6 metre by 6 metre garage is near the home, plus a large carport (suitable for caravan or boat, plus a cool room inside a colorbond shed with roller door, that also has a carport attached to it.
The property is easy to walk or drive around, and has a machinery shed in one of the paddocks, and a dam.
This is an outstanding and picturesque property, with a home that will make your friends and relative envious.
To arrange inspection, please contact Phil and Michelle.
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