55 Grant St, Forrest is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom House with 3 parking spaces and was built in 1980. The property has a land size of 2052m2 and floor size of 126m2. While the property is not currently for sale or for rent, it was last sold in March 2021.
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Attention nature enthusiasts, lovers of relaxation, mountain bikers and tree changes! This impressive and expansive property located in the heart of Forrest is perfect for a peaceful permanent home, a relaxing weekend or an easy walk-in walk-out holiday rental opportunity. Currently being operated as a successful holiday rental, this property is now on the market presented as a fully furnished walk-in walk-out opportunity with flexible living or businesss potential.
The main house features three bedrooms with built -in robes and share a central bathroom with a separate toilet, a large entrance / mudroom and a covered rear veranda.
The open-plan kitchen, living and dining is spacious, clean and bright with modern eclectic styling and an exposed beam pitched roof. A combustion wood fire is central and creates a cosy space to put your feet up and relax with views of the surrounding forest.
Cooking meals will be fun and inclusive with the open-plan floorplan and direct access to the weather protected rear veranda. Featuring all the mod-cons you would expect including a generous butlers pantry, 90cm standalone oven / cooktop and dishwasher.
In addition to the main house, there are two holiday bungalows that can accommodate extra guests, with a shared bathroom. Avid gardeners have maintained beautiful natural bush surroundings including fruit trees and ornamentals, creating a serene and inviting atmosphere.
The property boasts an expansive 15x7 metre three-bay galvanised steel shed and rear lane access all sitting on a large 2051 square metre block, with stunning views of the surrounding natural landscape. It is perfectly situated opposite the Forrest MTB trailhead and is centrally located within walking distance to the Forrest Brewery and General Store.
Forrest is quickly becoming the secret that got out - ideal for those looking for a tree change, nature lovers and bushwalkers, excellent MTB trails, dotted with bespoke industry and a half-hour drive to Colac or Apollo Bay. This is an amazing opportunity to secure yourself a picturesque property in the heart of the Otway Ranges!
GOODLIFE HIGHLIGHTS
Expansive and versatile property
Walk in walk out holiday rental opportunity
Spacious and appealing open plan living
Covered mudroom and rear veranda
Two separate bungalows with shared bathroom access
Three-bay galvanised shed with rear lane access
Beautiful native bush surroundings
Dual access (Rear laneway)
Low maintenance garden with fruit trees
The size of Forrest is approximately 43.0 square kilometres. It has 2 parks covering nearly 31.2% of total area. The population of Forrest in 2016 was 230 people. By 2021 the population was 257 showing a population growth of 11.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Forrest is 60-69 years. Households in Forrest are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $800 - $999 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Forrest work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 79.20% of the homes in Forrest were owner-occupied compared with 79.20% in 2016.
Forrest has 277 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Forrest have seen a -12.12% decrease in median value. As at 31 March 2026:
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