"Derreen Homestead" presents a unique opportunity to secure a significant piece of Southern Downs history. Set on approximately 160* acres (64.83 hectares) with frontage to Lord John Creek, this remarkable property combines heritage charm, productive grazing country, and stunning rural scenery.
Positioned in the heart of the Southern Downs, the iconic homestead enjoys breathtaking views across the countryside to the Great Dividing Range. At its heart is the original circa 1863* sandstone cottage, seamlessly incorporated into an impressive Queenslander residence in 1911* featuring sweeping 3-metre-wide 2/3 wraparound verandas and timeless architectural character.
Held by the same family for more than a century, Derreen has been an integral part of the historic Lord John Swamp district, supporting a productive grazing and cultivation enterprise while preserving its rich heritage and unique story.
The Homestead
The residence blends historic charm with modern comfort, offering:
• Five-bedroom Queenslander incorporating the original sandstone cottage
• Recently updated open-plan kitchen with adjoining dining area
• Sunroom plus spacious formal lounge and dining room
• Separate family living room
• Newly updated bathroom
• Main bedroom featuring a private sitting area
• French door access to verandas from most bedrooms and living areas
• Beautiful polished timber floors
• Two fireplaces
• Original Rayburn three-oven wood stove in excellent condition
• Attic/loft area, formerly servant's quarters, featuring dormer windows and endless potential
• Established gardens, mature shade trees, fenced house yard, and garden shed
Productive Country
• Approximately 160 acres (64.83 hectares)
• Elevated, lightly timbered grazing country flowing into fertile alluvial creek flats
• Improved and native pastures supporting strong carrying capacity
• Approximately 65 acres of former cultivation country
• Contour banks in place
• Excellent balance of shaded grazing land and productive creek flats
• Reliable all-weather access
Water Security
• Frontage to Lord John Creek with semi-permanent and permanent waterholes
• Newly drilled reliable bore hole with PVC casing - unequipped, with nearby power
• Windmill and pump system supplying a 1,300-gallon* storage tank
• Gravity-fed water to the homestead, gardens, and stock troughs
• In total 10,000-gallon* rainwater storage, 15,000-gallon* creek water storage
• Average annual rainfall of approximately 700mm
Infrastructure
Fencing & Paddocks
• Stock-proof fencing throughout
• Eight paddocks plus a holding paddock
• Abundance of quality pasture and feed
Sheds & Improvements
• Traditional single-stand* wool shed retaining original character and historic features
• Two-bay garage
• Workshop
• Large machinery and hay shed
Location
Conveniently located with easy access to major regional centres:
• 15* minutes east of Warwick
• 20* minutes to Killarney
• 1 hour 20* minutes to Toowoomba
• 1 hour 25* minutes to Wellcamp Airport
• 1 hour 45* minutes to Brisbane
Additional services include:
• All-weather road access
• Nearby primary and secondary schools
• NBN connectivity, mobile coverage, and landline services
• Close proximity to Warwick, one of Queensland's major livestock selling centres
A Property of Distinction.
Currently carrying an abundance of quality feed, Derreen Homestead offers an exceptional combination of historical significance, productive agricultural land, water security, and an enviable country lifestyle. Whether your vision is grazing, lifestyle living, equestrian pursuits, agri-tourism, or simply owning a remarkable piece of Southern Downs history, this unique property presents opportunities rarely found on today's market.
Inspections are highly recommended to fully appreciate the history, scale, and potential of this exceptional holding.
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Disclaimer:
In preparing this, Raine&Horne Warwick and its associates have relied in good faith upon information provided by others and has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that the information provided to you (whether written or verbal) cannot be guaranteed. If you are considering this property, you must make all enquiries necessary to satisfy yourself that all information is accurate
