44L Woodleys Road

Wongarbon NSW 2831

695 ac.

Rural

Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

A RARE COMBINATION OF HISTORIC CHARM AND COMFORTABLE LIVING

'Ferndale' is a 695-acre property located 26 km east of Dubbo and 7.5 km north of Wongarbon, with frontage to Woodleys Road. The land is mostly flat to gently undulating, featuring sandy loam soils with areas of red loam on the northern end. The property is well contoured and supports pastures including Consul Lovegrass, Premier Digit, Rhodes grass and native grasses. It is divided into 12 paddocks with fencing in good condition and is well watered by 12 dams, a solar-powered well, and additional pumping systems on two dams supplying a 45,400-litre tank for sheds and garden use. Around 180 acres are timbered with species such as Ironbark, Pine, Grey Box and occasional Kurrajong, while the remainder is cleared and largely arable. A beautifully presented, character-filled three-bedroom with a versatile office or fourth bedroom. The home offers a well-appointed kitchen with a Belling gas/electric stove, dishwasher and pantry, flowing into spacious living areas including a lounge and dining room with fireplace and reverse-cycle air conditioning, plus a separate family room. French doors open to the rear verandah, enhancing seamless indoor-outdoor living, while the enclosed sunroom provides a peaceful and inviting space to relax. The weatherboard home is in pristine condition showcases polished timber floors and timber wall paneling throughout. Surrounded by established gardens and lawns, the home also features front and rear verandahs, an undercover brick entertaining area with BBQ and vintage stove, and a half tennis/pickleball court. Additional improvements include a well-equipped laundry with storage, shower and separate toilet, along with a separate two-bedroom guesthouse with ablution block, offering excellent accommodation options or potential for farm-stay use. The property also has an approved airstrip. "Ferndale" has an appeal as a rural property with the addition of a remarkable weatherboard home that has been meticulously restored along with good working improvements. The land allows for grazing cattle or sheep, is well managed with good fencing and water. The quaint addition of the guesthouse and ablution block allow for farm stay or tourist provisions. The proximity to Wongarbon Village and Dubbo City provides numerous options for the purchase of "Ferndale". Inspections by appointment. Contact Peter Dwyer 0418 266 523 or Bill Gibbs 0484 888 884