133 Mount Boyle Road

Kalgan WA 6330

This spectacular 100 acre property on the edge of the Kalgan River offers a once in a lifetime opportunity for you to embrace an idyllic country lifestyle that has been carefully and thoughtfully curated by the current owners over the last two decades. The 'Riverdale' name attributed to the property dates back to 1898, and is now associated with a thriving boutique flower farm and floristry studio, a highly sought after cottage Airbnb, and micro winery that produces an excellent cool climate Pinot Noir. A sweeping driveway gently climbs the hill to the main residence. Inside the home feels bright and welcoming with high pitched ceiling and magnificent Northern light teeming through the full height windows of the front facade that flank the feature Kent wood fire. Comfortable lounge and living options open to the outdoor West terrace; a sublime covered alfresco - perfect for group dining and taking in the golden glow of the setting sun across the avenue of trees and orchard below. A cook's kitchen with modern farmhouse charm is equipped with a six-burner Ilve cooker, Miele semi integrated dishwasher and a phenomenal walk-in pantry/scullery with plenty of storage, shelving, bench space and access to an outside verandah. The super king size master suite offers tranquil country views with a quaint window seat and French doors to open on the warm summer nights. It also includes a generous walk-in robe and an ensuite bathroom with bath and heated towel rail. For those working from home or running a business, there is a choice of a study or a large home office space which could also be adapted to a guest room / fourth bedroom if preferred. The East wing of the home contains two minor bedrooms, a family bathroom and the laundry. Undulating paddocks and quality pasture merge with bands of Jarrah and Marri woodland that includes a private granite outcrop with the most breathtaking views over the river and beyond to the Porongurups. With quality fencing and good water available, the property is currently running a small herd of Murray Grey cattle.Other infrastructure on the property includes a purpose-built studio with wine cellar and cool room, a large machinery shed, custom winery room which could also be utilised as a workshop or gallery space, and a large general purpose shed - great for family events, with a detached, accessible (compliant disabled) bathroom nearby. A charming heritage cottage sits independently on the property with its own private gardens and views of the Kalgan River. It is undoubtably a guest favourite - featuring in the top 1% of Airbnb's in the region featuring two comfortable bedrooms, spacious living and a cosy lounge with wood fire for the winters. Secondary access to and from the property is available from East Bank Road which provides direct access to the Kalgan River and tranquil Luke Pen bushwalk.This stunning property has been a feature in online and print publications such as The Design Files, The Australian, The Farm Weekly, Better Homes & Gardens magazine as well as Gardening Australia magazine and Country Style magazine among others - and has been a destination sought out by guest gardening expert Sabrina Hahn for events.Features include: - Attractive 40.5ha lifestyle farm on the Kalgan River- Architecturally renovated and extended main residence- Charming c1900s 2 bed cottage in the top 1% of Airbnb listings in the region- Abundance of rainwater storage (300,000L+) to service the home and cottage- Reticulated gardens and stock water from soak - Extensive hardscaping in place with exceptional granite work by Chris Burnell- Studio/workshop with cool room and wine cellar - Separate winery shed, 4 bay machinery shed and general purpose shed- Small Pinot Noir vineyard, orchard, cutting/flower garden and extensive productive garden and chicken coop among native and ornamental trees- Dual road access - Mount Boyle Road & East Bank Road - Cattle yards and cattle crush, good fencingOver the last two decades the owners have meticulously renovated and crafted the farmstead into the stunning lifestyle property that is offered today. For information or to arrange a private viewing please contact Rob Mason on 0411 615 806 or Chelsea McIntyre on 0400 865 773