201 Gayfer Road Chiltern VIC 3683

Set across a picturesque and highly productive 53.82 hectares, this exceptional rural holding blends prime grazing and cropping country with professional grade equine infrastructure and outstanding water security. With a rare 24ML take and use water licence, multiple spring fed dams, and gently undulating arable land, the property is ideally suited to livestock, viticulture, equestrian enterprises, or diversified agricultural production.

Adding to its unique appeal, the historic Chiltern Winery forms part of the property's heritage landscape enhancing its value as both a productive rural asset and a lifestyle destination with future development potential (STCA).

Formerly operated as a high functioning, income producing, equestrian centre, the property is equally suited to a premium private facility or a revenue generating commercial operation. Documented business systems, procedures, and an established client database support immediate income potential across agistment, clinics, events, and short stay accommodation.

Key Rural Features

• Highly productive 53.82 ha (133 acres) of gently undulating land within Victoria's Central and Southwest Slopes and Plains agro ecological region.
• Rare 24ML take and use water licence, supporting intensive agriculture, pasture improvement, or vineyard development.
• Six dams, including two spring fed dams, provide excellent year round water security.
• Designated house site with sweeping northerly views across Chiltern Mt Pilot National Park.
• Strong soil profile comprising Brown Sodosols (69%), Red Dermosols (22%), and Red Chromosols (8%)-well structured and highly arable.
• DAS reported carrying capacity of 15 DSE/ha (657 DSE total) or 1.9 AE/ha (82 Adult Equivalents) at full development.
• Favourable climate: 656 mm annual rainfall, winter/spring growing season, 232 m elevation, low moderate bushfire risk, and approx. 28 frost days annually.
• Vegetation predominantly non woody (77%) with approx. 10 ha of forested area for biodiversity and shelter.

Investment Highlights

• Immediate customer base to generate income from equine activities or rental of the facilities.
• High value, near new infrastructure with no immediate upgrades required.
• Flexible layout for equine, livestock, cropping, or mixed enterprise operations.
• Rare 24ML take and use water licence.
• Strong soil profile.
• Designated cleared house site with panoramic views.
• Excellent access and visibility for commercial activities.
• Housing enables staff housing, event hosting, rental income or a place to reside while building your dream home on the property.

Housing (built 2020)

Accomodation (ideal for to live in while you build your dream home or longer term use for short term rentals)
• Modern open plan kitchen/living areas with elevated riding arena views.
• Fully furnished (all furniture included).
• Two split system units provide efficient heating and cooling.
• Dual bathrooms.
• Laundry (includes near new washing machine).
• Covered outdoor entertaining.

Farming & General Infrastructure

• Two large concrete floored sheds suitable for machinery, hay, or transport.
• Steel cattle yards with loading ramp.
• Multiple paddocks with near new extensive fencing and all weather laneways.
• Four smaller paddocks near the house site, ideal for horses or small stock.
• Dual road access via Gayfer Road and Gilmores Road.
• Mains power. connected

Equine Infrastructure

Horse Paddocks
• 23 agistment paddocks; 12 with wind rated steel shelters.
• Near New electric fencing with steel posts and wire construction
• All paddocks serviced by gravity fed troughs from a 23,000L tank.

Stable Complex (built 2020)
• Steel framed, concrete floored complex with rubber matting and timber kickboarding.
• Four 4m × 4m stables plus a 5m × 5m mare/foal box.
• Automatic water, internal lighting, and power.
• Large drive through float bay (7.9m × 5.9m) with two remote roller doors enabling drive thru access.
• Tack/feed room with power, lighting, saddle racks, and storage.

Wash Bays
• Two concrete wash bays; one with hot water and sump drainage.
• Tie up points, cross tying height, and adjacent storage.

Arenas & Access
• Main arena approx. 60m × 25m with sand surface, crowning, drainage, PVC fencing, and solar floodlighting.
• Secondary arena approx. 40m × 30m with 5 rail steel fencing.
• All weather gravel laneways (3m+) linking stables, paddocks, and arenas.
• Float turnaround and parking for multiple vehicles, trucks and goosenecks.

Services & Utilities
• Mains power plus solar generation system.
• Six dams including two spring fed dams with 24ML take and use water licence.
• Three × 22,500L poly rainwater tanks.
• Gravity fed water to paddocks; pressure pump to stables and dam.
• Septic system installed and operational.
• Secure gated entry with clear operational/residential zoning.

Commercial Potential

Previously operated as a fully equipped equestrian centre supporting:
• Full service agistment (short and long term)
• Clinics, coaching, and training events
• Riding school operations
• Venue hire for camps and competitions
• Overnight stays for transport operators
• Short stays for holiday makers

Property Features

• Air Conditioning
• Dishwasher
• Grey Water System
• Secure Parking
• Water Tank