2654 Glendonbrook Road

Set high above the surrounding countryside and immersed in complete privacy, "Kardinia" is a truly remarkable rural holding that captures the beauty and lifestyle of country living. Positioned on approx..174 acres in the heart of the Lower Hunter & resting on 400m of Paterson River frontage, whether you're seeking a property suited to livestock/horses, a place to raise the kids or grandkids surrounded by fresh country air, this exceptional holding offers a rare opportunity to embrace a lifestyle of freedom and making lifelong memories. Tucked away at the end of a private road, Kardinia is a place where rolling green pastures, panoramic valley views and the quiet rhythm of rural life come together in perfect harmony. If your thinking farmstay or Hipcamp, Kardinia would be perfect for both. Completed in 2009 by Freedom Homes, the country homestead sits proudly along the central ridgeline, perfectly placed to command breathtaking views across the Paterson & Allyn River Valleys. From sunrise to sunset, the outlook is nothing short of spectacular, with picture windows and glass doors framing the ever-changing landscape in every direction. Nine-foot ceilings flooded with natural light & designed for effortless family living, the home delivers both comfort and scale. Inside, the home offers an inviting & spacious layout with four generous bedrooms, plus a fifth bedroom or study for added flexibility. The master suite is a peaceful retreat, complete with a walk-in robe and a luxurious ensuite featuring a spa bath. A large open-plan kitchen, family & casual dining area forms the heart of the home, while formal lounge and dining rooms provide elegant spaces for entertaining. A media room, dedicated study, mud room/laundry with built-in ironing station, spacious family bathroom with clawfoot bath and double vanity, plus a powder room, complete this thoughtfully designed residence. Further features to the home are a steel frame, insulation, Colorbond roof, ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning, a slow combustion fireplace & ducted vacuum system all add to the home's quality & practicality, while the triple garage offers additional room. Beyond the home, Kardinia is beautifully equipped for those seeking a productive rural property with outstanding lifestyle appeal. The land is divided into seven well-fenced paddocks, all carrying native pastures, 15 gates, 6 water troughs and 5 dams. All supported by timber stockyards with race, crush and holding paddocks. Carrying capacity of 50 head. Most of the land is 2wd accessible with one 4wd track while a selection of useful outbuildings includes a large powered double garage/workshop, the original shed accommodation, ready for you to add your own touches & create ideal weekend stays. For those with equestrian dreams or farmstay plans, there is ample space to further enhance the property with a pool, tennis court or horse facilities. Water security is a standout feature, with the Paterson River forming the property's southern boundary and providing a reliable and valuable water source. A riverside Grundfos pump transfers water to an elevated 30,000 Gallon holding tank above the homestead, from where it is gravity-fed to the homestead & filtered for drinking, watering gardens & with the house catchment, filling the water troughs. Together with five farm dams, six stock troughs and a high rainfall average of approximately 40in per year, the property is exceptionally well serviced for agricultural pursuits. Kardinia is more than just a farm - it is a private piece of Australian countryside to call home. Home to an array of native wildlife including platypus, echidnas, wallabies and wedge-tailed eagles the property offers an authentic connection to the land and a lifestyle that feels both peaceful and inspiring. The scenic hilltop setting invites long lunches with family and friends, relaxed afternoons taking in the view, and evenings spent watching the sun dip behind the valley hills. Kardinia remains highly accessible & well connected. The property is easily reached by 2WD and offers modern conveniences including Wi-Fi, NBN access via a nearby Telstra tower, weekly garbage collection, & school bus services to the roadside gate, including access to Hunter Valley Grammar via Gresford and East Maitland. The welcoming village of Gresford is just 5 mins away offering a grocer, a café, a great pub, service station & post office, while Paterson Village & Vacy are within 20 mins. Maitland, Dungog & Singleton are all approx. 35-45 mins, with the Hunter Valley's renowned vineyards within 50 mins. Newcastle Airport is just over an hour away, & Sydney can be reached in approx. 2.5 hours via the M1. - Council Rates $1182 a quarter & Estimated Rental Return TBA - 174 Acres with Private 2wd Access - Tank Water across 3 tanks, 850kpa Pressure pump, Water Filter, septic envirocycle, mains Power, NBN - Carrying Capacity 50 Head - 2009 DA Approved steel framed 4 bed 2 bath with study, 3 living areas Built by Freedom Homes - 400m Paterson River frontage - 15 Gates, Fully Fenced into 7 Paddocks including holding areas - 5 Dams, 6 water troughs, Cattle Yard, Crush, Race & holding Paddock - Possible Future subdivision potential in years to come. - Farmstay/hipcamp potential * This information, including but not limited to photographs (which may show boundaries), copywriting, floorplans, and site plans, has been prepared solely for the purpose of marketing this property. While all care has been taken to ensure accuracy, we do not accept any responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies. We strongly recommend that all interested parties make their own enquiries and seek independent advice, including speaking with their conveyancer regarding boundaries and, where appropriate, obtaining a surveyor's report, to verify the information provided.*