Buyers' Guide: Rural Property For Sale Southern Highlands

Farmbuy.com's Favourite Rural Properties For Sale Southern Highlands

The Illawarra region of NSW was among the worst-performing regional house market over the 12 months to January 2023, according to Corelogic’s latest Regional Market Performance Report.

The region, which comprises the key cities of Wollongong and Shellharbour as well as the traditionally rural Southern Highlands area, including Mittagong, Bowral, Moss Vale, Bundanoon, Robertson and Berrima, saw house values drop 12.6 per cent in the period. This follows on from a 44 per cent surge in values in the recent growth cycle.

While for existing owners the decline in values is a negative, for potential purchasers it presents buying opportunities.

With this in mind, farmbuy.com has curated five of our favourite rural properties for sale Southern Highlands NSW below. Click on the following link to check out more rural properties for sale Southern Highlands NSW.

Rural Property For Sale Southern Highlands NSW: 48 Willow Glen Road, Kurrajong

This acreage property for sale Blue Mountains NSW comprises a truly unique country house built on approximately 4.046 hectares (10 acres) of verdant land complete with its own pristine fresh water creek.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW comprises a truly unique country house built on 4.046 hectares

A truly bespoke home, ‘Stonewood House’ has been carefully designed by the current owners, featuring the use of authentic, original convict sandstone and bricks sourced from churches, wool stores, warehouses and convents; timber and architectural hardwood material gathered from old wool stores, railway bridges and buildings; and even an antique wrought iron spiral staircase.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW has been built from sandstone and old timber sourced from around Australia

Positioned on a quiet secluded road, the home blends into the natural setting amongst the surrounding acreage; whilst incorporating modern features including back-to-base alarm system, wireless zones, 20 data points throughout house and shed, and a 10-kilowatt solar system. The home boasts three bedrooms with his and her walk-in wardrobes, separate dressing room and ensuite off the main bedroom.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts three bedrooms including master with dressing room and ensuite

Off the downstairs bedrooms is an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area plus a second living room housing a Canadian wood-fired slow combustion fireplace. With polished hardwood timber floors throughout, the home includes a country-style timber kitchen features hand-cut swamp gum timber bench-tops and gas cooktop.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW features an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area plus living room with fire

Upstairs is a large rumpus room alongside the master bedroom with ensuite. Both levels of the home are serviced by three air-conditioning units. Additional accommodation is offered in a 25m x 12m shed featuring mezzanine and one-bedroom, self-contained flat.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts a wrought iron staircase up to rumpus room and master bedroom

Enhancing the property’s appeal, ‘Stonewood House’ is uniquely situated in an ecologically diverse locality colloquially referred to as “nature’s super highway” and is an excellent example of Western Sydney’s dry rainforest. The property is one of 14 adjoining properties which all enjoy a healthy koala population and have established the ‘Koala Corridor’ project to assist with stabilising and protecting this environment.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW is situated in an area referred to as “nature’s super highway”

‘Stonewood House’ features an abundance of flora, fauna and wildlife such as wallabies, koalas, echidnas and quails. The 2022 National Land Care conference in Sydney will also be making the property a feature. Alongside the native flora and fauna, the property also boasts a small citrus orchid including lemon, orange, mandarin, lime and peach trees.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW includes a small orchid with lemon, orange, mandarin, lime and peach trees

The property’s impressive gardens and lawns – including a natural sandstone water featuring ponds and waterfalls – are serviced by an abundance of water supply, including Little Wheeny Creek which runs through the land holding and is fed by a P1-rated pristine water catchment stream.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts an abundance of water, including a creek running through the site

Storage includes a 135,000-litre in-ground water tank plus 45,000-litre above-ground water tank attached to the shed.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW at 48 Willow Glen Road, Kurrajong.

Rural Property For Sale Southern Highlands NSW: 4114 Illawarra Highway, Robertson

This rural property for sale is a rare treasure, located in a prime position to encapsulate the magnificent beauty of both the South Coast and the Southern Highlands.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts views over the South Coast and Southern Highlands countryside

With views overlooking the South Coast, as well as the charming Southern Highlands countryside, the spectacular panorama is something to behold. ‘Ocean View’ comprises 40.46 hectares (100 acres) of land with a large planting of 100-year-old rhododendron trees mixed with the native Yarrawa rainforest.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW comprises 40.46ha of rhododendron trees and native rainforest

Divided in seven paddocks, it boasts two large outbuildings, three dams and creek access, a spring located between the house and highway, and +27,000-litre rainwater tank.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts two large outbuildings, three dams and creek access

A weatherboard cottage with period features includes a stained glass front door and ornate wood-frame window work and four bedrooms – two with built-in-wardrobes and one with cosy fireplace.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW includes a weatherboard cottage with period features 

An open-plan kitchen/dining space is complemented by two spacious living areas, both with focal antique heaters and a wrap-around sunroom with views to Shellharbour.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW includes an open-plan kitchen/dining space and two spacious living areas

Just 29km to the coast and 123km to Sydney, this is one opportunity to not let pass you by!

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW at 4114 Illawarra Highway, Robertson.

Rural Property For Sale Southern Highlands NSW: 365 Hanworth Road, Taralga

‘Cross Station’ is a genuine high-rainfall grazing property for sale located on the renowned Southern Tablelands of New South Wales.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW offers a productive balance of land classes and secure water resources

The property is equally suited as a livestock breeding or finishing platform for cattle or sheep, that offers a productive balance of land classes, secure water resources, and quality working improvements with multiple building sites.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW is suited for livestock breeding or a finishing platform for cattle or sheep

Covering 308 hectares (761.08 acres), the station’s topography rises steeply from Bannaby Creek that forms the northern boundary, to arable plateaus. Approximately 150 hectares of its fertile basalt soils are sown to improved perennial grass and clover pastures with the balance native perennial grass and clover pastures. Extensive native tree breaks have been established across the property.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW includes 150ha of fertile basalt soils with improved pastures

‘Cross Station’ is securely watered by the creek, numerous dams and concrete troughs, and also comes with 135,000 litres of rainwater storage. Quality fencing and laneways facilitate easy management of livestock; and well-maintained tracks allow vehicle movement across the property particularly in the steeper areas.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW features quality fencing, laneways and numerous dams 

Additional high-quality working improvements include steel cattle yards with bugle force and draft, extensive holding yards, covered vet crush, weigh box and remote draft, two-stand shearing shed and steel sheep yards, and abundant hay and machinery storage. All up, the property boasts a carrying capacity of around 2,900 Dry Sheep Equivalents (DSE) or 190 cows in a spring calving weaner production system.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW features steel cattle and sheep yards, vet crush, weigh box and remote draft

What’s more, ‘Cross Station’ offers a number of superb building sites to construct your dream country home. With direct council road frontage, the property is situated only 23km from Taralga, 67km from Goulburn and 168km from M5/M7 intersection Sydney.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW at 365 Hanworth Road, Taralga.

Rural Property For Sale Southern Highlands NSW: 387 Sloggetts Road, Norway, Oberon

Conveniently located just 11km from Oberon, 139km from Penrith and 188km from the Sydney CBD, this well-appointed property for sale Southern Highlands NSW will satisfy the most pedantic of buyers.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW comprises 14.89ha of soft undulating grazing land with plenty of pasture

The property comprises 14.89 hectares (36.8 acres) of soft undulating grazing land with an abundance of pasture, fully fenced into six paddocks with either spring and catchment dams or water troughs in each. A fully equipped bore is ideal for stock water and gardens, along with two freshwater tanks with a combined capacity of 68,000 litres of water, fed directly to the homestead.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW is fenced into six paddocks with dams or water troughs in each

Improvements consist of a large 18m x 7m Colorbond shed with concrete floor, power and a dedicated meat room with built-in cool room, located at the house, 12m x 9m Colorbond machinery/hay shed, steel cattle yards with vet crush and loading ramp, small sheep yards, single-stand shearing shed pen, dog run, hot house and veggie garden.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW includes large sheds and steel cattle yards with vet crush and loading ramp

The homestead features 24 solar panels and is ideally orientated to capture the views and sunlight from its front veranda. Immaculately presented, the home boasts an open-plan design with five bedrooms, including master with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe. Three bedrooms come with built-in wardrobes, while the fifth bedroom could be an office/media or children’s playroom.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts an immaculately presented home with five bedrooms

The cathedral ceiling in the open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge room gives the feeling of spaciousness, accentuated by the large bay window which allows for plenty of light. The kitchen is substantial with breakfast bench, a generous amount of cupboard space and electric cooking. There is also a slow combustion wood heater, gas points throughout and split-system reverse cycle air-conditioning for heating and cooling.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW includes a cathedral ceiling in the open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge room

Entertaining would be a delight with an enclosed undercover area with built-in BBQ, woodfired cooking stove and loads of space for the biggest family table. This is the ultimate in rural lifestyle living, whether as a permanent home or weekender.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW features an undercover area with built-in BBQ and woodfired cooking stove

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW at 387 Sloggetts Road, Norway, Oberon.

Rural Property For Sale Southern Highlands NSW: 33 Bean Lane, Mountain Lagoon

Set in beautiful and scenic Mountain Lagoon, this immaculately kept property for sale Southern Highlands NSW offers a true escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The picturesque 5.9-hectare (14.5-acre) north-facing property features an abundance of native flora and fauna, from wombats, to kangaroos, to pigmy possums and even koalas.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW comprises 5.9ha featuring an abundance of native flora and fauna

The grounds of the property are exceptional with beautiful lawns, established native and European trees, mesmerising views overlooking Wollemi National Park, Mount Yengo and Long Ridge. The property also features two dams, irrigation to all buildings, 100,000-litre concrete water tank, enviro cycle septic, veggie patch, dog-proof fencing, a shed with a double carport, double car garage, and guest accommodation or man cave.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW features two dams, irrigation to buildings and 100,000-litre water tank

Approximately half the property is made up of three paddocks of cleared, arable land, with the remainder consisting of light bushland perfect for gathering self-sustainable firewood. For horse enthusiasts there are kilometres of timber post and rail fencing, 4.6m x 4.2m stables, check yard with shelter, and 50m diameter round yard with three rails and posts.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW includes horse stables, check yard with shelter, and round yard 

The home on the property is warm and inviting, constructed from Western Red Cedar and with a dual-level layout. The master suite is huge with a full-sized ensuite, built-in storage and wardrobe, skylight, reading nook and a balcony.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts a warm and inviting home constructed from Western Red Cedar 

The main living areas consist of a dining space, lounge room and a kitchen equipped with commercial-grade Zanussi appliances including a char grill, four-burner gas cooktop, 900mm oven and rangehood. There is also a slow combustion fireplace, reverse-cycle air-conditioner, internal stair case and a second balcony with exterior stairs.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW boasts a main living consisting of a dining space, lounge room and a kitchen

Downstairs is the second bedroom with an array of built-in storage and its own outdoor access, laundry, main bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiles, toilet, and shower. There is also a double garage with internal access.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW include a second bedroom downstairs with its own bathroom and outdoor access

Additionally, there is a semi-complete bespoke garage built from Sydney sandstone and just needing the roof and internals to finish it off. There is also an existing DA in place to build a four-bedroom, two-bathroom home.

Above: This rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW offers a semi-complete bespoke garage built from Sydney sandstone

Located right in the heart of Mountain Lagoon, and surrounded by walking and riding tracks, the property is suited to a bed-and-breakfast or short-term holiday rental accommodation.

Click on the following link for more information on this rural property for sale Southern Highlands NSW at 33 Bean Lane, Mountain Lagoon.