OFFERS CLOSING CLOSING ON MONDAY 15th SEPTEMBER 2025 @ 5pm (If Not Sold Prior)TERMS: 10% Deposit - Balance 60 or 90 DAYSNestled in a peaceful natural bush setting with Thompson's Creek flowing through the property forming one of the boundaries is this charming homestead on approximately 13 acres offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and lifestyle. Ideal for families seeking space, serenity, and self-sufficiency, this inviting property is a rare opportunity to embrace rural living without compromising on convenience.The property is thoughtfully divided into three main areas a 220-tree olive grove surrounding the home, fenced pasture ideal for horses or other livestock, and a beautiful nature reserve of local native trees with a large dam. Practical features include a two-car garage, three bay shed, chicken pen for at least a dozen chook's, and a fenced vegetable garden, making it perfect for those seeking a sustainable lifestyle. The property also boasts an impressive water capacity of 11,000 gallons, comprising one 5,000-gallon tank and two 3,000-gallon tanks.The warm and welcoming residence features four well-sized bedrooms, each with built-in robes, and a beautifully renovated family bathroom complete with a stone-top vanity. The formal lounge sets the tone for cosy evenings with a classic open fireplace, while the kitchen and meals area exudes country charm with a wood-burning fire, electric cooking, walk-in pantry, and dishwasher. A generous second living roomcomplete with pine-lined walls and its own en-suiteoffers flexible use as a grand master bedroom, guest retreat, or additional entertaining space. An adjoining study provides the perfect spot for working from home or homework time.Slate and timber flooring add natural texture and warmth throughout, while wraparound decking to the north, east and south of the home invites you to relax outdoors and soak in the tranquil surroundings.575 Pettavel Road presents an exceptional opportunity to secure a lifestyle property, family home, or hobby farm in the fast-growing and highly sought-after region bordering Freshwater Creek, Mount Duneed, and Armstrong Creek offering space, privacy, and the freedom to live your way. Ideally positioned just 20 minutes from Geelong and 1 hour to Melbourne, with just a 5-minute drive along Pettavel Road to the ring road and no traffic lights to the CBD, this location offers the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and urban convenience all within easy reach of the Surf Coast, Freshwater Creek Store, Waurn Ponds Train Station and Shopping Centre, Deakin University, and some of Geelong's most respected schools.
The size of Freshwater Creek is approximately 53.5 square kilometres. The population of Freshwater Creek in 2016 was 414 people. By 2021 the population was 454 showing a population growth of 9.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Freshwater Creek is 10-19 years. Households in Freshwater Creek are primarily couples with children and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Freshwater Creek work in a managers occupation.In 2021, 81.50% of the homes in Freshwater Creek were owner-occupied compared with 82.00% in 2016.
Freshwater Creek has 207 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Freshwater Creek have seen a 64.29% increase in median value. As at 31 January 2026:
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