94 Mount Bolton Road, Waubra, Vic 3352

Constructed in 1894, this stunning Victorian homestead is set on approximately 25 acres, with family ownership dating back to 1855. This remarkable property beautifully blends original heritage features with contemporary updates, ensuring comfort while preserving historical charm.

The homestead exudes grandeur, featuring high ceilings, spacious rooms, and a long, wide hall. The entrance showcases original frieze work, meticulously restored with assistance from the National Trust after being uncovered during renovations.

Designed with the expertise of architect John Vernon, whose firm drafted the original plans in 1894, the property boasts a north-facing drawing room, large dining room, and sitting room that are divided by glass partition walls, providing gorgeous, year-long light. Striking black marble fireplaces anchor each end of this magnificent expanse, with picture windows capturing spectacular vistas of the rolling hills and valleys that surround the home, nestled against the shoulder of Mt Bolton.

The open-plan kitchen and dining area have been tastefully updated with stone benchtops, ample storage, and a walk-in pantry. Equipped with quality Miele appliances, including convection, steam, and warming ovens, this space is perfect for culinary enthusiasts and flows effortlessly into a gorgeous, stone-walled alfresco courtyard sheltered by a beautiful Chinese Elm for summer shade.

The master suite features a full ensuite and walk-in robe, with three additional large bedrooms serviced by an updated central bathroom and two toilets. A storeroom/cellar, ample shedding and a workshop provide support for farm work as required, and an endless array of hobbies. A comfortable study will help you to keep track of what is happening on the property.

The home is equipped with gas, wood, and electric bank heating, as well as split systems for year-round comfort. Recent upgrades include a new roof, wiring, and insulation, making this property a remarkable blend of historical elegance and modern convenience.

The Michael McCoy landscaping integrates stone from the original property, complemented by many of the original trees that still stand, dappling sweeping lawn and bountiful garden areas that include a quaint playhouse, a rosebush hamlet, hydrangeas, all manner of established flowering shrubs, and a silver birch copse underplanted with bluebells. The orchard with fruit trees and the raised vegetable garden built from attractive sleepers and filled with local soil never fail to produce!

The homestead is situated on a rural property of unusual quality on which one could grow a huge variety of crops and/or maintain livestock. With rich volcanic soil, the property includes five paddocks, a single stand woolshed, premium quality stockyards, and excellent fencing, making it ideal for hobby farming or caring for stock and horses. Previously home to a superfine Merino stud and to polo horses, the land is well-equipped for agricultural pursuits. 

Benefiting from good annual rainfall, the property collects fresh water from the expansive house and stockyard roofs into huge water tanks. An additional well in the garden and potable water from a bore ensure a reliable water supply. A lake on the property offers a recreational area for fun and relaxation.

This is a beautiful home in an elevated position that suits a variety of rural pursuits. Alternatively, just enjoy the lifestyle and magnificent views and gardens while you rent out your paddocks out to a neighbouring farmer.

Just a few minutes away, the Waubra hotel has recently undergone a major upgrade as a gastro pub. And the wonderful Pyrenees Wine District is just up the road. The V-line train is about 20 minutes’ drive away at Wendouree Station in Ballarat.

This is a generational opportunity too good to miss.  Call and book your personal appointment.