Defined by both it’s sense of history and majestic proportions and nestled on sprawling grounds of manicured gardens, this beautiful country estate is captivating in every way.
'Ettlesdale', was first granted purchase from Queen Victoria and signed by Governor George Gipps in 1841. The homestead itself was built circa 1865 and was rebuilt after fire in 1929.
It is set on 643 acres of landscaped garden and prime cattle and farm land, conveniently located 30 minuntes from Bathurst.
This two-storey Victorian residence is filled with character, charm, original architectural features and impressive ceiling height throughout.
From the entrance staircase, to the formal living room with open fireplace, one follows through to the main living area that is complemented by a welcoming, country-style, eat-in kitchen with walk in pantry.
The upstairs bedrooms have fireplaces with french doors that open up to a gracious veranda overlooking rolling lawn, gardens and the far-reaching view.
A grand, tree-lined entrance takes you to established formal gardens with a fountain, mature trees, market gardens and glasshouse and interspersed with lush lawns for a variety of vistas, all with automated watering systems.
The large, circular driveway is able to accommodate several vehicles leading to the five car garage which has level access to the main home.
A separate cottage has been recently refurbished with an extra bedroom, living room, entertainers kitchen with fire pit, pizza oven and seating for 20 plus guests which could also be used for a home-office or studio.
There is also heritage listed sheering sheds on the property that show the properties working history.
The Homestead: four double bedrooms (three with fireplaces), modern cook's kitchen, two bathrooms, three living areas, home office/bedroom, walk in pantry, four storage rooms, laundry/WC, drying room, market garden and glasshouse with grand verandahs on both floors.
The Property: The property is blessed with water including a bore, dams and troughs with both Caloola and McGeorges Creeks running through the property.
It is divided into 15 paddocks perfect for very high quality livestock production.
There has been extensive investment in the infrastructure since 2006 including: state-of-the-art cattle yards, bore with submersible pump, five bay garage/shed, silo, steel frame hay shed (3,000 bale) and landscaped gardens with automated garden watering systems.
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