4410 Buchan-Orbost Road

Buchan VIC 3885

RIVER FRONTAGE, ABUNDANT WILD-LIFE, ATTRACTIVE HOMEThis property offers uninterrupted breathtaking views over the junction of the Buchan and iconic Snowy River, both river valleys and adjoining mountains. The view from the house site inspired Von Guerard's painting circa 1860.Privacy is assured with the boundaries of the 391-acre (158-hectare) property, which includes two titles, being protected by the Snowy River and Tara Range National Parks. Enjoy the many private swimming spots along the one-kilometre Buchan river frontage, explore the cliff faces or walk the creek bed that winds through the forest on the property.The size of the property and varied natural landscape features offer many opportunities for exploration and adventure: rivers, forest, native grassland, deep sheltered gullies including over a kilometre of untouched creek bed, stands of mature box, ironbark and grey gum trees. Live alongside the abundant wildlife including lyrebirds, koalas, eagles and platypus.Offering the best of both worlds, this wilderness property is uniquely situated, being easily accessible by sealed road and a short trip to the Buchan township - home of the Buchan Caves. There are three regional centres within an hour's drive, as well as the Gippsland Lakes system, Ninety-Mile beach, and Cape Conran coastal park. The three-bedroom house has polished hardwood floors and is focused around a large sun-filled open-plan living room, with high ceilings and French windows to take advantage of the spectacular views; and with a large fireplace and wood stove, the home has charm and character. In addition it has a study and an internal garden room as well as family bathroom and separate laundry. There is a four-bay vehicle/machinery shed with workshop, and the property is serviced by wireless Internet.Enjoy a sustainable lifestyle, with the well-established organic vegetable garden, ample water catchment and storage, abundant wood supply, solar power, and solar and wood-fired hot water system.Watch the Snowy and Buchan Rivers rise and fall from the living room; see the sun rise over the mist-filled Snowy River valley from the master bedroom, or dine on the terrace overlooking the rivers.This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to own this property which has not changed hands since 1986.Price: $790,000