610 Nethercote Road

Nethercote NSW 2549

A warm country welcome to 'Forever Farm', an idyllic coastal/country lifestyle property, tucked into a secluded valley on the beautiful Sapphire Coast. Part of a former dairy farm, this special property is perfectly situated to take in the spectacular panoramic views of the bushy hinterland and the creek and dam in the bottom of the valley.

The property's home has high ceilings, wide shady verandahs, three good-sized bedrooms, timber floorboards, cedar windows and all the traits of a cosy, country cottage. The warm, sunlit kitchen has timber benchtops, a farmhouse sink, quality Belling freestanding oven with gas cooktop and spectacular views out over the backyard and the green rolling hills. The adjoining open-plan dining room has floor-to-ceiling French doors that open right back onto the verandah, allowing the spectacular views of the acreage and the sounds of the lyrebirds and other native birdsong to flow inside.

There's a good-sized open-plan loungeroom, cosy wood fire (as well as a gas heater connection if preferred), modern country bathroom (with classic claw-foot bath), an office nook and a mudroom. The large main bedroom has built-in wardrobes, custom library shelving, and a floor-to-ceiling window and door opening out onto the north-west facing verandah.

Outside, all the significant infrastructure has been completed to a high standard, including an abundant ornamental country garden, chook pen, rock retaining walls and plentiful water connections. Depending on the weather and the season you can take your pick of the numerous dedicated outdoor dining and seating options dotted around the garden. There's a fire pit area and your own private outdoor bath – with hot water! – with a spectacular view out over the valley. There are plentiful herb and vegetable gardens and fruit trees too. The property has numerous rainwater tanks (around 54,000L for the house and additional tanks for the garden), as well as a pumping licence from the creek for stock and domestic water.

There's a large two-bay car shed/garage with extra storage space at one end, as well as an extra-large three-bay machinery shed – with enough space for the tractor, boat and caravan – with a large drive-through skillion off the front. At the front of the house, there is a gravelled, generous five-car parking area. Forever Farm is also perfect if you have a couple of horses – or would like to buy some! There are riding tracks across the dam wall up into the bushier part of the property (which joins the state forest at the back boundary), and there's a large, flat grassed area next to the sheds which is perfect for an arena or setting up some jumps. You could also run a few head of cattle or other livestock on the fully-fenced paddocks if you wished.

Ideal for families looking for some space and freedom out of town, or those seeking a peaceful and private country lifestyle where all the hard work and necessary infrastructure has already been done. Forever Farm is five minutes' drive from Nethercote Hall – known for its seasonal produce markets and music nights – and approximately 20 minutes' drive to the local centre of Merimbula. Only 7 minutes to Eden's shops, supermarket, pubs, and beautiful beaches, combining the very best of rural living, just 15 minutes' drive to the ocean. The delights of the pristine Sapphire Coast are easy to explore from this secluded rural haven.