1813 The River Road 'Strathclyde'

'Strathclyde,' an extraordinary historical farm nestled along the stunning Clyde River. Established in the late 1800s, this breathtaking property offers an idyllic blend of heritage charm and modern self-sufficiency. With approximately 600 metres of pristine river frontage, your own wilderness awaits, perfect for summer exploration and relaxation. An historic homestead, the inviting shiplap timber residence showcases rich hardwood flooring, a grand parlour with wood-burning fireplace, and soaring 10' coffered ceiling, reminiscent of a bygone era. French doors open to enclosed wrap-around verandahs with Cypress Pine flooring providing panoramic views of lush gardens and rolling green pastures, with Pigeon House Mountain and The Castle as your backdrop. Enter through a charming post and rail fence, a driveway lined with Golden Robinia trees, arriving at the quaint picket fence and cottage gardens that envelop this historic treasure. Enjoy spacious interiors with beautifully appointed bedrooms adorned with marble fireplaces and offering breathtaking rural vistas. A modern living and dining area flows to a large timber deck, perfect for soaking in the valley views. The country kitchen features a 900mm stove, dishwasher, walk-in pantry, and a combined laundry, complemented by a nearby cosy sitting room with an open fire. Embrace a sustainable lifestyle with an enclosed irrigated veggie garden, orchard, and chicken coop. Benefit from an 8kW solar power system with battery storage, ensuring self-sufficiency and off-grid living. Perfect for horse or cattle grazing, the property can carry 20 head year-round (cows and calves) with fabulous irrigation across 6 paddocks. Enjoy the convenience of 4 dams, pumping rights from the river and interconnected water tanks with a total capacity of approximately 97,000 litres. A rustic converted barn with a wrap-around verandah, bathroom, kitchenette, loft bedroom, and slow combustion fireplace awaits your creative touch, there is potential to make this into ideal guest accommodation or a charming retreat, subject to council approval. Set on 100 acres, approximately 50 cleared, with undulating hills and fertile river flats, 'Strathclyde' offers a serene lifestyle where you can unwind by the river at Wombat Ponds, watch the cattle graze at sunset, and wake up to crisp mountain air and misty mornings. A unique opportunity to own a piece of history, where picturesque rural beauty meets self-sufficient living. Also featuring: • Bathroom with timber vanity and clawfoot bath, plus 2x separate powder rooms • Rammed earth feed shed, historic old timber meat safe, original laundry copper • Solar hot water with gas back up • Shed/ garage x2, animal shelter, horse shelters x2, holding yard, cattle yards, crush and loading ramp • 6 Paddocks each with troughs