Positioned in the heart of the Merryville Estate, this private, 4.2-acre property (one of the largest blocks in Merryville Estate), offers the perfect combination of rural amenity, family living, and thoughtful design.
Built to embrace its landscape, the home is privately set behind established gardens, with a light-filled north-east aspect that fills the modernised interiors with year-round natural light and warmth - while the amenity of the block is complete, and perfect for the equine enthusiast or outdoor-loving family.
Welcome home, to 8 Merryville Drive, Murrumbateman.
A timeless style, with a textured brick façade, tall ceilings and spacious living areas, the residence is nestled into a gentle rise, cleverly oriented to maximise solar gain and energy efficiency. Inside, the home offers three generously sized bedrooms - each large enough to fit a queen bed and all with built-in robes. The master bedroom is thoughtfully separated from the others, creating a private retreat complete with walk-through robe and full ensuite with a corner bath and separate shower.
Previously, the home offered 4 bedrooms though the current owners cleverly and carefully reshaped the interior space to increase and maximise light, space and comfort now offering a more flexible layout. Being comfortably big enough to house a larger family or be returned to a 4 bedroom, the layout is outstanding for a home of its era, offering both formal and casual living spaces.
At the centre of the home, an open-plan family and meals area connects to the kitchen, which has been purpose-built and modernised for those who love to cook - featuring new joinery and benchtops, excellent storage and an oversized walk-in pantry. A separate formal lounge and dining space offers room to spread out, entertain or relax with views across the gardens.
9-foot ceilings and ceiling fans add to the sense of space and ventilation, while multiple heating and cooling options - ducted gas, reverse cycle heating and cooling and a wood-burning slow combustion heater - mean you're equipped for every season.
Outside, a wide, timber-lined veranda wraps the home and provides multiple spots to enjoy the morning sun, watch the sunset over the gardens, the kids play in the grounds, or overlook the rider taking advantage of the large sanded arena.
Perfectly suited for horse lovers, the property has been purpose-developed for equestrian use, with a 50x20m dressage arena, multiple paddocks with high-quality equine fencing and water supply (a large dam, tank storage and a tapped bore (no pump currently attached)), day and night yards, walk-in stables and well-designed infrastructure for horse care and ease of use.
Established, drought-tolerant gardens surround the home and are serviced by a licensed bore, estate water, a 100,000ltr in-ground rainwater tank, and automated irrigation throughout. Additional infrastructure includes a four-car garage under the roofline with a workbench, a separate tack room, saddling bay, and dam. Insulated walls and ceilings, together with a 21-panel solar system, ensure comfort without compromise.
Just 30 minutes to Canberra and minutes to Murrumbateman village, this well-rounded property offers a chance to enjoy a rural lifestyle with all the infrastructure in place for equestrian pursuits, hobby farming, or simply stretching out and enjoying a life of privacy, comfort and natural beauty.
At a Glance:
One of the largest blocks in Merryville Estate 4.2 acres (approx.) of established, private grounds
Three generously sized bedrooms, including separate master with ensuite and walk-through robe; Previously four bedrooms easily converted back depending on family needs
9-foot ceilings, ceiling fans, and multiple heating/cooling options including slow combustion fireplace, ducted gas, reverse cycle, and wood stove
Oversized kitchen with updated joinery, excellent storage and a large walk-in pantry
Multiple living zones including formal lounge and dining, plus open-plan family and meals area
Expansive timber-lined veranda with views across the grounds and riding arena
Purpose-built equestrian facilities including 50x20m dressage arena, walk-in stables, tack room, paddocks, night and day yards
Fully irrigated, drought-tolerant gardens, veggie beds, orchard, and dam
100,000L in-ground tank, estate water, licensed bore (tapped, pump not installed)
21-panel solar system (approx. 10KW) - significantly reduces power bills
Four-car garage with workbench, separate saddling bay, and ample storage
Location Highlights:
Peaceful, private position in Merryville Estate with views over rolling countryside
Just 3 minutes to Murrumbateman village amenities including IGA, cafes, pub, pharmacy, doctor, and childcare
Close to acclaimed local wineries and cellar doors including Four Winds Vineyard and Shaw Wines
30-minute drive to Canberra CBD via Barton Highway
Access to local school buses servicing Yass and Canberra
Surrounded by a friendly rural community with access to estate commons and tennis court
