59 Stuchbree Road
Yapeen, VIC 3451

Overview

59 Stuchbree Road, Yapeen, VIC, 3451

This expansive property, known as 'Hilltop', has been held by the Stuchbree Family for 150 years, spanning five generations. Situated in a highly regarded area just beyond Castlemaine and Campbells Creek, it offers a perfect balance of rolling hills, fertile creek flats, native bushland, and grazing land. The vast holding enjoys horizon views of notable landmarks including Mt Consultation, Mt Franklin, Mt Alexander, and Mt Tarrengower.

The property is offered as a whole or divided into four individual lots, with pricing available for lots 1, 2, and 4. Lot 3 is currently under contract. The total land size is approximately 380.4 hectares (940 acres).

Lot 1 encompasses 41 acres (17 hectares) and includes a homestead, a Settlers' Cottage, and extensive shedding. The brick homestead is designed in a Colonial style and features four bedrooms and two bathrooms, providing ample space for large families. The floorplan includes two living areas and a dining room with a bay window that offers stunning outlooks. The kitchen and bathrooms are fitted with solid timber cabinetry, and the home is complemented by Colonial windows and brass light switches. Modern conveniences include electric cooking and a dishwasher. Storage is abundant throughout the home, and a three-car garage is located under the main roof. Comfort is ensured with split system air-conditioning and wood heating. Water supply includes two 20,000-gallon tanks, with options for well or dam water for the garden.

The Settlers' Cottage, dating back to the 1870s, features original solid stone and weatherboard construction with some original elements such as pine lining and exposed log roof beams. It has its own dedicated water tank and septic system and can be privately let, providing an additional income stream.

Lot 2, covering 135 acres (55 hectares), offers a wonderful site to build a new homestead with panoramic views. This lot includes a Riparian Water Right to Campbells Creek and fertile creek flats suitable for crop and fodder production. The picturesque farmland and rolling hills provide delightful vistas for residents and visitors alike.

Lot 3, the largest allotment at 755 acres (306 hectares), consists of cropping paddocks and undulating grazing paddocks, along with dams and areas of native bush.

Lot 4 is fenced as a single paddock of 9 acres (4 hectares) located between the Midland Highway and Campbells Creek.

The farm's water supply is supported by a well fronting Campbells Creek, with water pumped from the creek flat to a dedicated 12,000-gallon water tank. Numerous dams and drinking troughs are distributed across the various paddocks.

Additional infrastructure includes numerous machinery and hay sheds, a two-stand shearing shed with yarding and sheep dip, cattle yards, and a large workshop with a concrete floor and power. The original dairy, also with concrete floor and power, the blacksmith's shop, and the original stables have been preserved, adding to the property's historical and functional value.

For prospective buyers, a copy of the Due Diligence checklist is available at the Victorian Consumer Affairs website.

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