'Balham Hill' located in the charming rural township of Molesworth, Victoria, is a property that has already so much to offer, and is now ready for its next custodian to add to the considerable works already undertaken, to make it their very own. The possiblities are genuinely endless. Whether it be the dream of creating a premium tourism destination, an intergenerational family sanctuary, or a productive working farm with a stunning historically significant home at its heart, Balham Hill has absolutely beautiful bones, the infrastructure and the gracious setting to make those dreams come true.
The main Victorian-era homestead at Balham Hill (c.1860) immediately impresses, with its wide central hallway, intricate ceilings, grand archways and hand-worked cornices, telling the story of its remarkable past. The grand sitting room with its magnificent bay window, exudes the sophistication of a bygone era, whilst the original dining room, flooded with natural light, flows into a fully renovated, large country-style kitchen featuring a beautiful Falcon stove, enormous central island, masterfully crafted cabinetry and an oversized butler's pantry.
The accommodation wing of the home offers three large bedrooms, high ceilings, sash windows with original glass and a central bathroom, created in keeping with the orginal features of this magnificent home. A cosy snug with open fire and eclosed breezeway connect the original home to a stunning new extension - a five star hotel-style main suite complete with private verandah, walk-through robe and a travertine tiled ensuite featuring a redgum timber vanity, spectacular freestanding redgum bath and underfloor heating, this is a genuinely luxurious space that sets the tone for what this property and its future potential has to offer.
Open fireplaces throughout the original home, ducted heating and cooling, reverse cycle air conditioning and Coonara, ensure year round comfort. Step outside the rear covered verandah to discover a fabulous entertaining area with sweeping valley views, a 9 metre salt chlorinated swimming pool with heat pump, fully functioning outdoor bar and even an outdoor shower, everything needed to entertain in style or welcome paying guests in comfort.
A charming miner's cottage with bedroom, bathroom and living area, currently in its original condition, sits as a perfect blank canvas to restore into separate Airbnb accommodation perhaps.
One of Balham Hill's greatest strengths is the quality and breadth of its existing infrastructure. The serious hard work has been done, this is a property able to be moved straight into and begin working with immediately. New steel cattle yards and crush, two stand shearing shed, 300,000 litre water tank, providing non-potable mains water supply to the house and farm, large machinery shed, renovated stables and a 32 panel solar system with tesla battery back up.
What makes Balham Hill truly special is the sheer breadth of what it could become. With a magnificently restored homestead, a charming separate cottage, and one of the most beautiful setttings in the Upper Goulbourn Valley, the canvas here is extraordinary. Some finishing works and personal touches will unlock this one of a kind holding's full potential.
Consider the possibilities -
Premium Farm Stay, Wedding Venue or Airbnb Destination - With the main homestead, separate miner's cottage, magnificent shearing shed, stunning pool and entertaining area, and a backdrop of rolling hills and valley views, Balham Hill is primed for tourism. Authentic heritage accommodation experiences are increasingly sought after, and few properties can offer this level of genuine history combined with modern comfort.
An Intergenrational Family Estate - With multiple dwellings, extenstive land and room for everyone, Balham Hill offers something increasingly rare - the opportunity for entire family units to live, work and grow together on a property with real substance and a genuine sense of place.
A Lifestyle Property with Purpose - Live beautifully, live naturally, grow your own food, run stock, generate your own power supply and enjoy the space and privacy that only a holding like Balham Hill can offer.
Balham Hill represents a property of rare character and genuine potential. Significant infrastructure is already in place - the history is real and the opportunity awaits.
For further information or to arrange a private inspection of this one of a kind holding, please contact Sue Gratton on 0407 599 559 or email - sue@circaheritageandlifestyl.com.au
