Adam Henderson
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Australia | Avoca
112 Dawsons Road, Avoca, Vic 3467
"Mackereth's Hedon Farm" c.1865 - Home to Pioneer Pyrenees Wine Maker Located approximately 2km from High Street, Avoca and set on 5 Acres of land, known as "Mackereth's Hedon Farm". The cottage is the original home of an acknowledged pioneer of wine making in the Pyrenees area - Edwin Mackereth and his family c.1865.
The second house - period c.1900's - was relocated from St Arnaud in the 1990's. Once divided into 5 paddocks, vines were again planted in 1999 (history repeating) with both houses now offering outstanding original features enhanced by contemporary renovations and additions.
The Cottage: original iron roof; open living/dining with 2 wood fireplaces - original internal roof structure (split posts) uncovered; terracotta tiled flooring. 2 bedrooms - timber floors/refurbished; large bathroom, toilet, WI Shower. Additional cosy sitting room ("snug") open fireplace, step down to original kitchen with brick flooring, bread oven/woodfire; original oven c.1900 (in place but not working); storeroom. Current limited renewable Liquor Licence.
The Main House: Timber with iron roof; wrap-around verandah, two extra living areas which include informal lounge and library plus open plan kitchen and dining (aircon) adjacent to butler's pantry. Three bedrooms open from the central hallway (main with ensuite/built-in robes; single bedroom/nursery; guest bedroom with built-in robe. Located in a block are the laundry, family bathroom (WI Shower plus bath); separate shower room; separate toilet plus storeroom; large linen cupboard.
Outside: Double doors from the kitchen open out to the entertaining area of in-ground swimming pool (fenced) new decking with pergola. The rear paddock would allow for further established gardens and there are mature olive trees on the rear fenceline.
Shed: 9m x 12m on slab with power includes large family bedroom, plus bathroom, 4 bay doors.
The surrounding grounds are a delight and highly maintained. Approx 1000 vines. Tall gums mix with a variety of fruit trees, plus flower beds that draw in a multitude of birds. The property has hosted a large wedding, drawn car clubs passing by and hosted Airbnb guests. 6 bedrooms in total across the property accommodates 13 plus guests with 5 bathrooms and 4 WC's.
The property has been loved and truly enjoyed - this is an amazing opportunity for the next family (or super generous hosts).
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