A Legacy Estate of Scale, Versatility & Vision
Set across five titles totalling 38.4 hectares (95 acres), this exceptional High-Country estate delivers rare scale, productivity and lifestyle appeal within a tightly held rural sanctuary. Surrounded by the verdant Stanley hinterland, the property blends native Australian bushland, fertile pastures and a highly productive premium chestnut orchard of more than 3,500 established trees.
Ten varieties including Decoppl Maronne, Sassafras Red, Early Brown, Purtons Pride, Red Spanish and others. Together they create a property of striking visual beauty and proven income performance.
Nestled beneath Mount Stanley and just 10 minutes from historic Beechworth, this is a rare commercial and lifestyle opportunity in one of Northeast Victoria's most sought-after horticultural regions.
The estate benefits from:
Rich clay loam soils
Reliable annual rainfall of approximately 1,050mm
Cool temperate sub alpine climate, 820m above sea level
Valuable 40ML water licence
Two bores with fertigation/irrigation system
Extensive horticultural infrastructure
The property is perfectly suited to continued horticulture production, lifestyle living or strategic land-banking.
Offering & Title Structure
The holding comprises five farming zoned titles and is offered for sale as a whole or in two lots:
Lot 1 - Entire Holding
38.4 ha (95 ac)
Lot 2 - Farming Operation (Four Titles)
34.5 ha (85 ac)
Excludes the house title, residence and garden shed on 3.9 ha
The Residence
At the heart of the estate stands a substantial three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence built in 1969 and extended in 1980. Designed for flexible family living, entertaining or home-based business use, the home features:
Cedar-lined living room
Wood heating and reverse-cycle air conditioning
Expansive windows capturing garden views
The residence is surrounded by an exquisite mature cool-climate garden including Maples, Oaks, Beech, Liquidambar and Silver Birch, along with a boutique chardonnay vineyard. The established plantings provide beauty, privacy and separation from the working farm.
The Orchard & Infrastructure
The chestnut orchard spans approximately 28 hectares, producing an annual yield of 70-80 tonnes.
Infrastructure includes:
Approx. 400sqm processing shed
Cool room with 80-ton capacity
26kW solar system
Additional shedding and operational improvements
The scale, privacy and quality infrastructure underpin strong commercial viability with scope for further expansion or value-adding ventures.
Lifestyle & Future Potential
Beyond its horticultural strength, this estate offers expansive mountain landscapes, complete privacy and significant versatility. It lends itself to:
Private family retreat
Boutique accommodation or agritourism
Wedding or events venue (STCA)
Established commercial agricultural enterprise
This is a once-in-a-generation holding within easy reach of Beechworth and major regional centres.
Location
Stanley is a peaceful rural enclave in Northeast Victoria's High Country, minutes from the iconic village of Beechworth. Known for its gold-rush history, preserved architecture and strong community spirit, the area offers convenient access to schools, cafs, markets and essential services.
Approximate Distances
Stanley Pub - 1.8 km
Beechworth - 12 km
Albury/Wodonga - 50 km
Wangaratta - 48 km
Melbourne - 300 km
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Nutrien Harcourts Albury Rural
The size of Stanley is approximately 114.6 square kilometres. There are 3 parks, covering nearly 31.3% of the total area. The population of Stanley in 2016 was 364 people. By 2021 the population was 371 showing a population growth of 1.9% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Stanley is 60-69 years. Households in Stanley are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Stanley work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 85.70% of the homes in Stanley were owner-occupied compared with 87.40% in 2016.
Stanley has 266 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Stanley have seen a 29.12% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 174.67% increase. As at 30 June 2026:
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