125 Old Ballarat Road

Once the bustling William Tell Hotel servicing miners in the 1850s, this remarkable and partially renovated property sits proudly on approx. 5378m² in the tightly held Sailors Hill pocket, just 1km from the Daylesford town centre. Rich in history and brimming with rustic charm, the home features an original Swiss Italian cellar, heritage orchard trees, and a beautifully crafted new kitchen blending old world character with modern practicality. With subdivision works 95% complete on an additional 1 acre portion and the Daylesford Mineral Spring Tap located directly on the block, the property offers both lifestyle appeal and exceptional future potential. Adding to the picturesque landscape is a mature cherry tree, thriving beside the century old pears and heritage apples. The property is also a haven for wildlife, regularly visited by wombats, echidnas, koalas, wallabys and an abundance of rare birdlife, creating a tranquil and immersive natural setting. Buyers have the flexibility to purchase the house on approx. 1.5 acres, or the entire offering of approx. 2.5 acres. Subdivide and profit, build on the second block or enjoy the full allotment as one expansive lifestyle holding. Key Features Circa 1850 William Tell Hotel with rare original Swiss Italian cellar. 5378m² approx. with house plus 1 acre subdivision 95 per cent complete. Rustic new kitchen by Wojcicki Constructions with Belling stove and upgraded electrics. Modern comforts: underfloor insulation, three reverse cycles, two fireplaces, new Fujiclean septic, two water tanks with UV filtration. Historic orchard with 100 year old French Beurre Bosc pear tree, heritage apples, mature cherry tree, small dam, adjoining crown land and mineral spring tap on the property. A truly rare opportunity to acquire a significant piece of local history with authentic character, established grounds and valuable subdivision potential. Whether restored, reimagined or enjoyed as is, this landmark Sailors Hill property offers endless possibilities for those seeking charm, space and provenance in one unforgettable setting.