"Jellalabad" - A 37 Acre Estate steeped in history and brimming with potential. Near Darlington in Victoria's Western District, it's more than a property - its an invitation to a thriving rural lifestyle blending heritage, natural beauty and commercial opportunities. Nestled along the Mount Emu Creek, this beautiful property thoughtfully combines wine production, sheep farming, event hosting and short-stay accommodation within its historic 1840's homestead. Whether you're a winemaker, an accommodation operator or a lifestyle enthusiast, "Jellalabad" awaits the next owner.
Historic Homestead Charm
Featuring a 6-bedroom residence with open-plan kitchen/dining, formal entertaining rooms, original fireplaces, bluestone features, and an operational bluestone cellar.
Boutique Vineyard & Award-Winning Wines
The Cellar Door - tasting and function room, thoughtfully designed in harmony with the homestead's heritage.
The vineyard consists of:-
Shearers Block* (Pinot Gris - 2007): up to 7.4t annually; gold medal wines.
Kennels Block* (Shiraz - 2016): up to 2.5t annually; gold medal wines.
Peninsula Block* (Shiraz - 2018): up to 4t annually from Best's Old Block Vines.
Wine Production & Infrastructure
Large 4-bay workshop/winemaking shed with concrete slab.
12kW* solar system, dual inverter and 480v* substation.
Bluestone stables and interconnected workshops offer charm and utility.
Short-Stay Accommodation
Not fully developed but a possibility for the new owners, is a collection of historic outbuildings that may be suitable for short-stay accommodation.
Maid's Quarters: cozy guest retreats with open fireplace.
Shearers' Quarter: semi-renovated, ideal for group stays.
Several other dwellings offer additional accommodation potential.
Water Security & Utilities
220,000L* rainwater storage for domestic and stock use.
4ML* water right via Southern Rural Water (available by negotiation).
Prime Location in Victoria's highly regarded Western District - Darlington - 3km, Camperdown - 28km, Ballarat - 84km, Warrnambool - 74 kms, Melbourne CBD - 196 km
Set in the heart of a historically rich agricultural region and surrounded by the natural beauty of volcanic plains and creek flats, "Jellalabad" offers peaceful seclusion without sacrificing accessibility.
Located within the Moyne Shire and in 3 separate titles, the property sits in a reliable rainfall zone historically delivering 604mm* year and benefits from highly productive and versatile soils, making it ideal for many agricultural uses.
A gracious, aura filled property that wears its history with pride while embracing a modern rural enterprise, "Jellalabad" is suitable for multiple income streams, award-winning wine credentials, and the tranquility of Creekside country living, this is a chance to secure a legacy property and shape it to your vision.
Option to purchase separately all plant and equipment
Extensive vineyard, winery, and farm equipment list available post-inspection.
Available on a W.I.W.O. basis
Wine stock available at valuation
Inspections strictly by appointment with Agent
The size of Darlington is approximately 161.1 square kilometres. There are 3 parks, covering nearly 0.4% of the total area. The population of Darlington in 2016 was 107 people. By 2021 the population was 84 showing a population decline of 21.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Darlington is 60-69 years. Households in Darlington are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $300 - $449 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Darlington work in a managers occupation.In 2021, 62.90% of the homes in Darlington were owner-occupied compared with 75.00% in 2016.
Darlington has 77 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Darlington have seen a 34.71% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 108.98% increase. As at 30 April 2026:
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