Majestic Rural Property For Sale NSW

Landmark Rural Property For Sale NSW

This majestic landmark rural property for sale in NSW – set on a stunning 19.24-acre (7.78-hectare) estate, located just moments from the heart of the historic township of Canowindra in Central West New South Wales – offers an extraordinary lifestyle.

Set behind a gated entry and with its own established gardens and orchard comprising almonds, cherries, pomegranates, vineyard and more than 300 olive trees, this ultimate rural escape presents panoramic vistas and next-level opulence.

Built in 1986 at a cost more than $4 million by Jack Honan, founder of Manildra, one of Australia’s largest and most diverse agribusinesses, ‘Killarney Homestead’ is a sprawling residence exuding elegance and grandeur.

Its breathtaking interior opens to a sunken circular lounge and overhanging 24-carat gold-plated chandelier. It is overlooked by the rotunda library, accessed by a spiral staircase, and featuring a soaring timber-panelled ceiling.

For sale for the first time since 2005, this NSW rural property boasts a full-size attic accessed via a ‘secret door’ built into the timber bookcase

Exquisitely appointed throughout, the residence boasts generous interiors offering over 1,000sqm of living space with multiple living zones, including sophisticated formal living and dining, bespoke home theatre with bar area, and a full-size attic accessed via a ‘secret door’ built into the timber bookcase.

‘Killarney’ also offers plenty of room for family and friends, with four oversized bedrooms with built-in wardrobes and ensuites – including a massive master bathroom centred around a generous sunken granite spa bath.

The historic NSW rural property for sale features a massive master bathroom centred around a generous sunken granite spa bath

Accessible by sealed-road frontage, it also features secure six-car garages, all tiled with easy internal access.

Belying its age, the homestead boasts underfloor heating, reverse-cycle air conditioning and Bang & Olufsen sound system throughout; as well as a fully imported German-made kitchen fitted with Gaggenau integrated appliances.

Built in 1986, this NSW rural property for sale is thoroughly modern, with imported German-made kitchen fitted with Gaggenau integrated appliances

Offering the ultimate in privacy, the residence sits at the centre of an inner five-acre lot surrounded by ‘Harris design’ landscaped gardens which can be admired via a sundrenched alfresco terrace.

Surrounding the main homestead and gardens are the remaining 14.24 acres which act as a buffer around the main residence and feature an orchard comprising almonds, cherries, pomegranates, grapes and more than 300 olive trees (which, courtesy of the nearby Billimari Olive Processing plant, produce close to 1,200 litres of premium olive oil per annum).

There’s even a chook pen and space to add a pool and tennis court (subject to council approval).

Surrounding the main residence is an orchard comprising almonds, cherries, pomegranates, vineyard and more than 300 olive trees

Water supply is not an issue. The property boasts licensed bore water on title with over 250,000 litres of underground water storage.

And with the Belubula River running through the town, Canowindra is among the best self-watering regions in the country, according to the current owner, who has owned the estate since 2005.

‘Killarney’ is located just 10 minutes from Canowindra, a picture-postcard township which boasts a fascinating history exemplified by its beautiful colonial-era buildings housing a rich selection of pubs, restaurants and cafes, museums, art galleries and boutique retail stores.

Situated within easy reach of major regional hubs (30 minutes to Cowra, 45 minutes to Orange, just over 2.5 hours to Canberra and four hours to Sydney), as well as sought-after prestigious schools and local wineries, this no-expense-spared estate is a rare offering in the State’s Central West.

The property – at 1237 Rivers Road, Canowindra – is up for auction on December 6 at 6:00pm at 29-33 Bay Street, Double Bay (and also online).

For more information on this NSW rural property for sale, view the full listing here.