42 Townsing Road

Amphitheatre VIC 3468

Located in Amphitheatre, a historic settlement once on the Cobb & Co line, the name itself reflects the lands unique topographya naturally formed, bowl-shaped valley, surrounded by rolling hills and majestic views. This is a place where the past whispers through the gum trees and the future feels wide open.

This home enjoys uninterrupted views stretching across an expansive valley towards Mt Lonarch, the highest point in the Pyrenees Ranges. Look north, and the second-highest peak comes into view. Youre living among giantsnatural and historical.

Architecturally Inspired and Immersed in Nature
The house, unseen from any public road, is completely private and nestled in the heart of 100 acres. Even locals dont know its hereclose the gate, and you're in your own world.

Inspired by the iconic Australian shearing shed, the home is a great example of rustic-modern architecture. A massive 10m x 25m open-plan living area delivers both grandeur and intimacy, with defined zones that let you entertain, relax, or retreat.

The open-plan kitchen integrates seamlessly with the living spaces and includes:
Stone benchtops
Stainless steel appliances
Butlers sink
European 900mm oven

Whether its preparing gourmet meals or hosting cooking workshops, this kitchen can do it all.

Accommodation and Functionality
Main bedroom with BIR and polished timber floors
Two additional downstairs bedrooms plus a spacious bathroom with claw-foot bath and elegant fittings
Mezzanine level offering extra sleeping quarters, reading nooks, games areas, and storage
Dedicated office/studio/craft roomor easily a fourth bedroom
Large fitted laundry with external access, shower, and WCperfect for kids or post-garden cleanup

Surrounded by wraparound verandahs, the home invites year-round enjoyment of changing light, seasons, and scenery. Morning coffees, golden sunsets, or a glass of local Shiraz under the starsthis is where memories are made.

Enjoy the heated 3x10m saltwater pool, or keep up with your laps, kept toasty by a high-efficiency heat pump, reaching up to 35C.

Off-Grid Living Designed for Sustainability
Every aspect of this property has been thoughtfully developed for resilience, comfort, and sustainable off-grid living.

Key eco-features include:
Solar energy system (double the size of a typical home system)
Cash-flow positive electricity for the past 3 years
Dual heat pump hot water system (split for small or large groups)
2 x efficient wood heaters, plus industrial-grade evaporative cooling
LPG cooking
140,000L rainwater storage, drought-proofing house, gardens, and orchard
Satellite TV infrastructure (unused thanks to excellent 4G connectivity and digital antenna)
Timber and steel construction for durability and thermal efficiency
Fire plan and resources in place
The property also includes:
Productive vegetable garden and small orchard (list available)
Low-maintenance lawns, perfect for events or games
3 dams, ideal for stock, wildlife, and enjoyment
Separate powered shed/workshop, plus lockable 20ft shipping container

Business or Lifestyle The Choice is Yours

The property has two titles:
80 acres with the main home
20 acres in the north-east corner with separate access and easy mains power availability

This configuration opens the door to multi-generational living, group ownership, or future development. You could even sell the smaller parcel to reduce your initial outlay.

Planning approval is already secured for a second dwelling, 400m from the main house. With its own elevated outlook, its the perfect site for a guesthouse, second family home, or further accommodation to expand your hospitality venture.

Previously set up as a B&B and now including glamping with a vintage caravan and fully equipped bath/kitchen building with private amenities

Please request the full list of business options, permits and plant & equipment.

Land, Lavender and Livestock
The land is gently undulating, with:
2 open paddocks, suitable for ponies, grazing, permaculture, horse riding
Join the regional growth in Mediterranean climate produce vines, olives, lavender or bring your own passions for paddock to plate
Southern 50 acres securely fenced
Northern 50 acres of bush and woodland, supporting natural wildlife corridors

Lavender grows beautifully on-site, thought to have been introduced over 150 years ago by Chinese miners during the gold rush. And yestheres a very real chance of gold on the property.
Whether you want to farm, run workshops, retreat into nature, or simply live gently on the land, the options are endless.

Connectivity and Community
Youre just:
12 minutes to Avoca (cafes, pharmacy, supermarket, services)
25 minutes to Beaufort (train and coach to Melbourne)
35-40 minutes to Ballarat (schools, healthcare, retail)
2 hours to Melbourne CBD or Tullamarine Airport

Amphitheatre itself offers a primary school, CFA, EV charger, post office, rec centre, and sports grounds.

In the Heart of Wine and Wilderness
The Pyrenees wine region is one of Australias best-kept secrets:
18 wineries within 30 minutes
Home of Pyrenees Unearthed Festival
Close to Grampians, Heathcote, and Bendigo wine regions
The area is rich with history, culture, and nature:
Historic walking tours and gold rush heritage sites
Silo art, gallery 127, and Booktown Festival in Clunes
Sovereign Hill, Murtoa Stick Shed, Ararat Ghost Tours
National parks, bushwalks, and hiking in every direction

Yet many guests say the same thing: We came for the weekend but didnt want to leave for the local attractions, or back to the city

This is more than real estate. Its your chance to build a new way of lifeanchored in beauty, sustainability, and community.

Highlights
100-acre off-grid eco-retreat in Victorias Pyrenees wine region
Architecturally designed home inspired by shearing shed style
Massive open-plan living with mezzanine and 34 bedrooms
Wraparound verandahs and heated saltwater pool
Cashflow-positive solar system & 140,000L rainwater tanks
Fully off-grid infrastructure with wood heating and LPG cooking
Approved second dwelling site with panoramic views
Two titles (80+20 acres) = flexible ownership or investment
Luxury glamping setup with repurposed caravan and facilities
Business-ready for B&B, events, or retreat hosting
Three dams, veggie garden, orchard, and native wildlife
Workshop, shed, and storage container included
Livestock, horses, or small-scale farming ideal in Mediterranean climate
Rich cultural and gold rush history on and around the land
Minutes to Avoca, Ballarat, Beaufort, and public transport
Less than 2 hours to Melbourne or Airport ideal for weekenders
Community-minded township with essential services
Set in one of Victorias most scenic, undiscovered regions

Take a trip to visit this wonderful property and truly appreciate all its assets and values for rural living.