370 Geraghty Rd

Built in 1890 and originally part of the renowned McGillivray family's Maaoupe Park, this picturesque parcel of land rich in history, beauty and practicality offers a truly unique opportunity. Just 12 minutes from Penola and positioned in the heart of the stunning Coonawarra wine region, the property features a charming character home, exceptional shedding and 18 acres (7.29 ha) of highly functional land. The Home The historic solid-stone home delivers exceptional character and presence inside and out. The impressive facade features arched verandah brackets in heritage tones, a beautiful arched fanlight, feature timber front door, vintage windows, and intricate stonemasonry and quoining - all enhanced by the thoughtfully designed garden entrance. Inside, the home offers: - Soaring ceilings throughout - Two generous bedrooms, each with original fireplace cavities, main with stunning marble mantle - Stylishly renovated bathroom in neutral tones - Open-plan kitchen, living and dining area with white-washed timber floors, contemporary cabinetry, marble-look benchtops and a marble mantle surrounding the slow combustion fire - Captivating garden views from every window - Convenient laundry/mudroom at rear entrance - Double-bay garage ideal for parking, storage or a future extension (STCA). The Grounds The home is framed by stunning, park-like gardens, creating a peaceful rural sanctuary with a beautiful outlook from every angle. There are countless quiet spots to enjoy a coffee or wine while absorbing nature and the picturesque surrounds. The grounds offer: - Immaculate hedging and stone-covered paths, most prominently leading to the breathtaking home facade - Extensive irrigated lawns - Majestic established trees - Productive fruit grove with mulberry and fig varieties, surrounding a charming "secret garden" complete with seating, gravel underfoot and a pizza oven - Structured veggie garden with timber pergola - Rockery and timber garden beds filled with roses, shrubs, florals and native plantings - Children's cubby house with swing and monkey-bar set. The Land In addition to the house and shedding area, the property comprises two fully fenced paddocks, each with stock water, and the front paddock also offering a dam. Ideal for running a few head of sheep or continuing the successful hay production undertaken by the current owners. With its layout, water and infrastructure, the property could also be easily adapted into an equine facility, with ample space for an arena and exceptional shedding which could be adapted to be animal shelter. Shedding & Other Improvements High-quality, large-scale shedding and extensive services add enormous versatility: - Enclosed 30m x 14m x 6.2m workshop with concrete floor, mezzanine storage and 3-phase power - Enclosed 30m x 10m x 6.2m shed with power - Open 30m x 12m machinery shed with power - Separate toilet and shower cubicle next to sheds - Truck wash-down area - Single-bay garden shed on the northern side of the home - Animal and wood shelter - Primary bore with commercial-sized irrigation pump (3-phase), servicing the full property - Secondary house bore - Extensive rainwater storage capturing from the sheds and house, and all plumbed to the home - School bus stop nearby and rubbish collection available The Location Coonawarra is one of Australia's most celebrated cool-climate wine regions, famous for its Terra Rossa soils and world-class Cabernet Sauvignon - drawing wine lovers from across the country to its many cellar doors. The township of Coonawarra is situated only five minutes away, with the Coonawarra airstrip a mere one-minute drive down the road. The charming township of Penola is just 12 minutes away, offering three fantastic schools, hospital and medical services, heritage streetscapes, cafés, restaurants, boutique shops and many leisure amenities. Naracoorte, is situated only 25 minutes to the North, providing additional conveniences including major supermarkets and suppliers and of course the world heritage listed Naracoorte Caves. Don't miss your chance to secure this truly rare opportunity to call 'The Park' home. Contact Karly Honner 0438 339 729 for more information or to arrange an inspection. Property Code: 1020