Rural Property For Sale Bendigo: ‘Hillcrest’ Cherry Farm

Where Lifestyle Meets Country: Rural Property For Sale Bendigo

Where lifestyle meets the country, this unique rural property for sale Bendigo comprises a little over eight hectares (20 acres) of workable farmland, paddocks and traditional gardens, just 15 minutes’ drive from the regional city’s CBD and an easy commute to other outlying areas and Melbourne CBD.

Above: This rural property for sale Bendigo comprises a little over eight ha of workable farmland, paddocks and gardens

Currently operating as ‘Hillcrest Cherry Farm’, this family-run and operated farm is a lifestyle opportunity for those seeking a business venture or property where all the hard work has been done and you can just move in and enjoy.

Steeped in history, the ‘Hillcrest’ homestead was originally built in 1889 and has undergone a high-end renovation over the years, without compromising heritage features including picture rails, open-fire places and high ceilings.

Above: The homestead has been renovated without compromising heritage features including picture rails, fire places and high ceilings

The flexible floorplan allows multiple uses for each space and modern updates provide excellent indoor-outdoor living.

The quality farmhouse kitchen includes a full wall of storage, stone benchtops and Belling free-standing oven.

Above: The quality farmhouse kitchen fits seamlessly with the original design while adding lifestyle possibilities

At the heart of the home, the striking modern renovation fits seamlessly with the original design while adding lifestyle possibilities. French oak flooring and high ceilings have been maintained, as has the wood-burning fireplace.

A show-stopping custom-built concrete entertainment unit runs the length of the room, in addition to a smartly concealed study hidden behind panelled doors.

Above: French oak flooring and high ceilings have been maintained, as has the wood-burning fireplace

Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors open out on to a paved outdoor entertaining area and fireplace overlooking the fruit orchards.

A freshly renovated bungalow suite features corner windows flooding the area with natural light and captures the views of the gardens and beyond.

A separate sitting room and ensuite bathroom complete the space and make it the perfect retreat.

Above: The outdoor entertaining area features a fireplace overlooking the fruit orchards

The original part of the home displays the character and charm of homes of this era, with original pine flooring running through each room.

Open fireplaces offer warmth and the perfect place to sit and enjoy the serenity while two further bedrooms and full bathroom are found here. 

For summer, the home boasts the modern touch of ceiling fans and split-system air-conditioning units throughout, powered by 4.8KW solar panels.

Above: The original pine flooring runs through each bedroom 

Traditional gardens surround the home, with plantings for year-round beauty including rose gardens, hedging and established trees. Water is supplied via 11-megalitre water rights, feeding into a fully automated garden irrigation system.

Varied outbuildings are scattered over the property, providing ample storage for both animals and equipment. These include a chicken coop, dog cages, horse barn, coolroom and bird aviaries. Fully fenced paddocks also cover the property, providing plenty of options to keep horses or other livestock as well as the array of fruit orchards to use for personal or business purposes.

Above: Varied outbuildings are scattered over the property, providing ample storage for both animals and equipment

A unique opening for those seeking a tree-change, this is a true lifestyle property for sale surrounded by the rolling hills of Lockwood with potential to develop and grow a business on your very own slice of country paradise.

Click on the highlighted link for more information on this rural property for sale Bendigo, located at 869 Crusoe Road, Lockwood South.