1164 Inglewood-Rheola Road

Kingower VIC 3517

Colonial Homestead With Vineyard Circa 1860
This inviting mudbrick home with all the charm of yesteryear, in idyllic natural bush surroundings, is now on offer for those seeking the ultimate lifestyle change. Situated in picturesque Kingower which boasts 2 of the largest gold nugget finds in Australia & is well known for its boutique vineyards just minutes from the township of Inglewood & a pleasant drive from Bendigo. This 13 acre property offers a bush setting with 4 acres of vineyards & a small orchard featuring figs, peaches, quinces & apples. The 2 acres of merlot vines have artesian water feeding the roots, therefore do not require watering & the Cabernet Franc vines on the other side of the homestead are drip fed from tanks. This beautiful colonial home has a warm comfortable atmosphere. Entering the grand hallway is a reminder of days gone by with the two front rooms dating back to the 1860s. The elegant main bedroom has an ensuite & WIR, the other of these 2 rooms is the formal dining room complemented by an open fireplace. From here you enter into the rustic open plan kitchen & living area. The kitchen has a Rayburn slow combustion stove and a gas oven, while the living area which catches the early morning sun through 3 large windows is heated by a Eureka solid fuel heater. The other 2 bedrooms, 1 with its own ensuite, adjoin this living area. Adjacent to the home there is a large mud brick studio offering its own huge living area, billiard room, tasting room with bar, kitchen & wine storage area, ideal for entertaining guests. To cater for them there is a most attractive wood fired oven inviting alfresco dining at its best, that is a must to see. There is ample shedding, including a workshop with a concrete floor and power.
Additional feature/s - Built-In-Robes.