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18 Popes Hill Road
Watervale SA 5452

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 6
Car spaces: 12
Land area: 26700m2
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Property Details for 18 Popes Hill Rd, Watervale

18 Popes Hill Rd, Watervale is a 8 bedroom, 6 bathroom House with 12 parking spaces. The property has a land size of 26700m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in February 2026. There are other 8 bedroom House sold in Watervale in the last 12 months.

Building Type
House
Land Size
26700m2

Last Listing description (February 2026)

Home & Business Opportunity | 4 Cabins | 6.6 Acres

Welcome to Watervale Retreat, a beautifully renovated lifestyle property nestled in the heart of the Clare Valley. Set on 6.6 acres of tranquil countryside with expansive valley views, this unique offering combines a charming family home with a separate well established and highly successful accommodation business-perfect for those seeking a tree change, investment opportunity, or dual-purpose living.

THE RESIDENCE

A fully renovated character cottage offering modern comfort with timeless charm.

Renovations & Systems:
• Evaporative cooling throughout the home plus multiple split system air conditioners
• Underfloor heating in bathroom
• Double-glazed windows in bathroom and toilet.

Kitchen:
• Custom-built by Macks Cabinets
• Ambassador Stone benchtops
• Bosch 900mm oven with gas cooktop
• Tiled flooring, 2 pantries (1 for home and 1 for business)
• Split system Air conditioning
• Bosch Dishwasher
• Skylight

Laundry:
• New cabinetry and benchtop by Macks Cabinets
• Tiled floor, skylight, built-in linen storage

Dining Room:
• Pine floorboards
• Skylight for natural light
• Cleverly concealed wine storage

Living Room:
• Timber floors, slow combustion heater, ceiling fan
• Glass door opens to the front verandah

Bathroom:
• Stylish walk-in shower
• Underfloor heating, double glazing

Bedrooms:
• Master: Original Baltic pine floors, built-in robes, ceiling fan
• Bedroom 2: Built-in robe, Baltic pine floors, ceiling fan
• Bedroom 3: Currently a music room; tiled floor, split system A/C, glass sliding door to rear deck, ceiling fan.

Granny Flat:
• Spacious bedsit with private bathroom-ideal for guests or extended family
• Reverse Cycle Split System Air condtioner

Outdoor Living:
• Expansive entertaining decks on the west and south sides
• Perfect for alfresco dining, sunset views, and soaking in the valley scenery

Office & Storage:
• Separate office and storeroom
• Undercover parking
• Convenient space for guest check-ins and cabin supplies

THE CABINS
Four self-contained cabins offering a peaceful retreat for couples, families, or small groups. The cabins are quite separate to the residence providing peace and privacy.

Each cabin includes:
• Queen bedroom
• Kitchen, dining and lounge area
• Bathroom facilities
• Air conditioning
• Attached carport

Additional features:
• 3 cabins include a single bed for extra guests
• 1 cabin is wheelchair accessible with extra space for mobility aids
• Central BBQ and gathering area for guests
• Garden shed with concrete floor for nearby storage

Expansion Potential:
• Council approval for 4 additional cabins (now lapsed but may be renewed)

Outdoors & Wildlife
• Irrigation system to cottage gardens
• Meandering rustic paths through native gardens
• Fully fenced house garden-ideal for pets, children, or a veggie patch
• Designer chicken coop with feed shed
• Pop-up sprinklers for lawn care
• Resident animals included: Emus (Nipi & Emi), Deer (Bella), Alpacas (Hector & Picasso) - Permits required

Water Supply
• Rainwater: Approx. 440,000L from 5 integrated tanks
• Bore: Approx. 105m deep for stock and lawn use

Shedding & Solar
• Massive approx 70 ft x 30 ft shed with concrete floor and 3-phase power
• Attached lean-to approx 70 ft x 20 ft ideal for business expansion
• Additional storage shed adjoining the granny flat at the house
• 4 animal shelters throughout the property
• 3 large, caged dog kennels
• 10kW solar system

Location & Opportunity
Watervale Retreat is in a well-established and respected destination in the Clare Valley, offering a rare blend of lifestyle and income. Whether you're looking to expand the business, enjoy a peaceful rural life, or both-this property delivers.

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Property History for 18 Popes Hill Rd, Watervale, SA 5452

A timeline of how this property has performed in the market
Last Sold
21 Feb 2026
  • 21 Feb 2026
    Sold
  • 25 Aug 2025
    Listed for Sale $1,250,000 - $1,350,000
  • 11 Sep 2018
    Sold for $640,000
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About Watervale 5452

The size of Watervale is approximately 59.1 square kilometres. The population of Watervale in 2016 was 326 people. By 2021 the population was 338 showing a population growth of 3.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Watervale is 60-69 years. Households in Watervale are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Watervale work in a managers occupation.In 2021, 82.10% of the homes in Watervale were owner-occupied compared with 82.70% in 2016.

Watervale has 260 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Watervale have seen a 99.66% increase in median value. As at 30 April 2026:

  • The median value for Houses in Watervale is $633,475.
There are currently 4 properties listed for sale, and no properties listed for rent in Watervale on OnTheHouse. According to Cotality's data, 8 properties were sold in the past 12 months in Watervale.

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