147 Bostock Road

"Hidden Valley" is a versatile 220 Ac property which can provide a sizeable farm income while you enjoy a comfortable rural lifestyle second to none. From the moment you pass through the statuesque front gateway, the quality of this property is clear. Travelling up the winding driveway you will be rewarded with expansive views on all sides that traverse the Ryans Creek and Broken River Valleys, taking in the distant Alpine High Country, Tatong hills, Samaria and Strathbogie Ranges. This property has been developed by the current owners to a high standard in all respects. The home is only six years old and has been situated to optimise the stunning vistas - full height windows on all sides provide connection to the panoramic views, while the double glazing and thermally efficient polished floors with zoned hydronic heating ensure comfort year-round. The home is of rendered brick construction and has a stylish layout which optimises function; the double height living, dining and kitchen areas are open plan, with a cleverly situated butler's pantry to conceal clean-up areas and appliances from view. On the same level is a light filled office space and the master bedroom suite incorporating a walk-in robe and spacious bathroom with double sink vanity. Almost too numerous to mention are the other notable features of the home - here are just a few: • Use of solid stone benchtops with extensive timber and brick accents throughout the home • Euro style enclosed wood fireplace with hot water jacket to support the zoned underfloor hydronic heating - front door of the wood heater can be concealed to convert to open fireplace • Newly installed ducted air conditioning throughout supporting heating and cooling • Laundry and powder room complex with linen press and concealed access to a large attic space • Upstairs there are 2 generously proportioned bedrooms and central bathroom with separate W/C • An undercover Alfresco area extends the polished concrete flooring outdoors, flowing out to the Firepit and seating area, with terraced landscaping and outdoor kitchen inc pizza oven • Established water efficient garden and small orchard in place with auto watering system • Fully off grid living with solar 6.5 kV and battery; 20 kWH system and 8 kVA auto start generator in-situ. System can be monitored remotely through use of mobile apps • 60'x30' 3 bay shed with concrete floor with a fully enclosed workshop - this shed also houses the solar panels and battery system allowing for uninterrupted lines on the main house The acreage provides these features to enhance your farming enterprise: • Productive permanent pastures divided to 5 paddocks; excellent fencing for the current owners Angus cattle herd - also set up to run sheep, and well suited to horses • Sheep yards with bugle form and ramp; Steel cattle yards with crush and ramp • 6 dams with good catchment, with four of these being spring fed Located at the the heart of North East 'Kelly country', the property is in good proximity to the King Valley gourmet region and Alpine resorts, as well as being only 15 minutes from the Rural City of Benalla and Hume Freeway access; allowing you to be in Melbourne in just over 2 hours. Taking full advantage of its beautiful rural setting, this 220 acre farm is sure to excite your interest - Contact us today to arrange your private inspection.