176 Upper Brid Road

Springfield TAS 7260

The house has been skilfully designed and decorated to maximise the light and gardens, making you feel as if you are always part of your whole property. There is ducted heating and cooling upstairs, while downstairs is a Saxon wood-burner plus heat pumps for maximum control. The front of the house is a north-facing 'sun room' which captures heat throughout winter and can be used for growing plants or just soaking up the warmth.

Outside there is a three-car carport (including a space for a caravan or camper van), a double-storey shed with extensive storage, and an idyllic chicken house hidden in the gardens. There are water tanks for the house and the garden, and pumps and taps everywhere including a large Grundfos pump in a shed by the river to pump up if required. The house is fitted out with a 7.6KW solar power system so the property's power bills are negligible.

Beyond the house area is one of the most impressive and functional land areas you will find, enclosed by high-quality fencing with three farm gates for easy access. Originally the site of 'Brid Farm' (1882) the land comes with 100-year-old and 60-year-old large pines, two orchards (with apples, pears, lemons, quince, hazelnuts, macadamia nuts, plums and cherries) and two olive groves.

There are also large areas of grass or pasture that could be used for stock, small crops or innovative ideas such as glamping. The soil is the well-known rich Scottsdale/Springfield type, perfect for growing anything. The current owners have planted hundreds of native and deciduous trees, many exotic, and other plants to create walks and vistas that change through the seasons. The large areas of trees and garden are simply stunning - an inspection is a must to be able to appreciate it all.

As if that wasn't enough, this property includes a considerable length of the Brid River, and you will own the land on both sides of the river. There is a ford and a bridge to provide access, and the peace, beauty and tranquillity down by the tree-shaded river makes it very special indeed. And that is not to mention the platypus, echidna, trout and freshwater crayfish that are residents on the farm.

This property offers a rare opportunity to own something quite unique. The house and land have been crafted and are maintained to a very high standard. There is virtually nothing to do, but there are also so many opportunities for you to make it your own and enjoy the best of rural living.

Please call Sam Olah on 0413 878 714 for private viewing.