38 Carpenters Lane, Strathbogie, Vic 3666

For Sale via Expressions of Interest – Closing Wednesday 28 May, 2025 at 4:00 pm (AEST)

Welcome to “Strath Lorien”, a meticulously presented rural haven with boundless features in the highly sought after Strathbogie Ranges. Offering breathtaking, panoramic views of the Tableland across rolling hills to Mount Strathbogie and the State Forest in the distance. A Silver birch copse greets you as you arrive at this gem of the region. A Liquidambar lined driveway rises to an elevated, manicured, park-like garden nestled amongst local stone retaining walls and a massive 350-million-year-old granite stone formation. 

With generous areas of lush green lawns, the gardens that have something in flower all year round plus a fully fenced and netted large vegetable garden and orchard. This unique estate combines luxury, sustainability, and premium infrastructure. Measuring 44.7* hectares of improved and native pastures, “Strath Lorien” delivers abundant water resources, well fenced paddocks and laneways plus two large sheds, and a stock yard with loading ramp allowing for your choice of livestock. The property has been meticulously designed for modern rural living, sustainable farming, and self-sufficiency.

At the heart of the estate is an architect designed, open plan, character filled residence with two generous living areas, four large bedrooms all with built-in robes, and three bathrooms. It was originally built in 2013 with a guest extension seamlessly added in 2021. 

Surrounded by landscaped, mature gardens to create a peaceful and private setting, the home offers year-round comfort with hydronic heating, split systems, ceiling fans and a double-sided recycled-brick fireplace between the two spacious living areas. 

The residence includes a gourmet kitchen with a large island bench, huge pantry, European appliances including induction stove, convection oven, steam oven and dishwasher, plus a large laundry, study nook, powder room, store room and spacious garage. 

Other features include ceiling to floor timber-framed double-glazed windows, Tasmanian oak flooring throughout, a solar system of 34 solar panels, an 8.8kW battery, two plumbed LPG gas BBQ locations, outdoor shower, excellent NBN service and mobile reception, heavily insulated ceilings, roof and walls, a security system and a retractable external awning over a paved alfresco area with spectacular views of magical sunrises and ready for evening moonlit dining experiences. 

KEY FEATURES:

LANDSCAPED ORNAMENTAL & PRODUCTIVE GARDEN

• Fully irrigated, thoughtfully designed and landscaped evergreen garden of native and English trees and shrubs.

• Extensive local stone retaining walls and sandstone paving, plus a South Australian bluestone drystone wall in the rear courtyard.

• A fully irrigated productive garden with a pear and apple orchard, berries, asparagus, rhubarb, passionfruit, lime, and orange trees plus large beds for seasonal crops. 

• A large chook house, wire mesh fenced for fox protection and netted for bird proofing.

• A large hot house, fernery, and garden shed. 

• The approx. 2-hectare gardens are fully fenced creating a safe space for children and pets.

• 350* deciduous trees line the driveways and create a stunning autumn display.


EXCEPTIONAL WATER SECURITY & POWER

• The farm features extensive water storage and reticulation systems ensuring year-round reliability. It is gravity-fed to troughs with auto floaters in all paddocks, via an underground reticulation system.

• 3 permanent spring fed dams. 

• 165,000 litres of rain water tank storage plus 110,000 litres of bore water tank storage filled by a high-quality bore installed in 2010. The bore reaches a depth of 29 meters, draws 1,500 gallons of potable water per hour that tastes just like rainwater - sweet and delicious. The rain water tanks can be automatically refilled from the bore as water levels drop. 

• 2-phase fully underground power supply and switchboards at strategic locations. 


STATE-OF-THE-ART FARM INFRASTRUCTURE

• This farm is equipped with two premium Telfords sheds (2010 build), fully concreted and fitted with extensive electrical and plumbing services.

• Animal Shed (24.5*m x 9*m) – Includes livestock handling pens, fitted animal scales, a shearing area, a short-term accommodation area (shower, toilet, split system), and three lockable rolling doors.

• Machinery Shed (30.5*m x 9*m) – Features a large workshop with fitted benches, steel racking, two 6m rolling doors for machinery access and two personal access doors and security cameras. 

• Additional structures include a covered bore, a shade shed for livestock, and a fully equipped chicken run.

• 11 fully fenced paddocks all connected by stock laneways to the sheds 


FERTILE PASTURES, LAND MANAGEMENT 

• The north paddocks have been planted with ‘Drymaster’ pasture mix (grasses and clover) three times since 2013, fertilized with lime and Vicmill Natural Humate Fertilizers, and mulched annually after seed set. The south paddocks remain untouched, thriving with native grasses and abundant wild flowers in Spring. 

• The property includes fenced wetland areas offering seasonal grazing. The spring-fed dams ensure reliable water supply even during dry periods. A large area of remnant bush that’s a haven for flora and fauna, has huge spring water activity resulting in the start of Wombat Creek plus a meandering walking track through tree ferns and age-old trees.

• Strategically located 20* minutes from Euroa, just 1.5* hours drive from Tullamarine airport, and 5* minutes from the Strathbogie General Store, this premium rural estate offers a perfect balance of modern, sophisticated living, sustainability, and a highly productive farm operation. Ideal for those seeking a luxury country retreat, a working farm, or an eco-friendly lifestyle, this property is a rare and exceptional opportunity. 

Inspection by appointment. 

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