Relax and enjoy the native birds and wildlife surrounding this character-filled property. Mudbrick contemporary style and charm with white-washed walls and recycled solid timber beams, the house is gently elevated on just under five acres of bush and grazing only five minutes from the centre of Castlemaine. Featuring a country style kitchen with timber cabinetry, wood-fire stove and gas cooking, spacious north-facing lounge with vaulted ceiling, pot belly heating and reverse cycle unit and open fire place, rear vestibule and access to extensive paved outdoor entertaining area. Central bathroom with vintage pedestal basin and bath and toilet, two bedrooms the main with wood heater, storage and study area. Externally there is a 4 x 8 metre shed with French doors and concrete floor; an ideal studio or workshop, large water storage, two dams, mains power and 1.5 kW integrated solar system. A perfect getaway for a cosy weekender or permanent residence wanting a bushland experience and room for a pony, only a short distance to the railway station, freeway and Castlemaine s vibrant community.
The size of Barkers Creek is approximately 24.5 square kilometres. There are 3 parks, covering nearly 8.5% of the total area. The population of Barkers Creek in 2016 was 457 people. By 2021 the population was 487 showing a population growth of 6.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Barkers Creek is 60-69 years. Households in Barkers Creek are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Barkers Creek work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 88.50% of the homes in Barkers Creek were owner-occupied compared with 85.30% in 2016.
Barkers Creek has 256 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Barkers Creek have seen a 2.79% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 51.99% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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