18 Popes Hill Rd, Watervale is a 8 bedroom, 6 bathroom House with 6 parking spaces and was built in 1900. The property has a land size of 26702m2 and floor size of 130m2.This Property is currently listed for sale with Elders Real Estate Clare Valley and Balaklava
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
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.
Enquire Now
Opportunities like this are rare in such a sought-after location. Request your Information Memorandum and book your private inspection today.
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 262 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Watervale have seen a 99.66% increase in median value. As at 30 April 2026:
N/A
N/A
View TrendN/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
View TrendN/A
N/A
© Copyright 2026. RP Data Pty Ltd trading as Cotality (Cotality). All rights reserved. No reproduction, distribution, or transmission of the copyrighted materials is permitted. The information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
While Cotality uses commercially reasonable efforts to ensure the Cotality Data is current, Cotality does not warrant the accuracy, currency or completeness of the Cotality Data and to the full extent permitted by law excludes all loss or damage howsoever arising (including through negligence) in connection with the Cotality Data.