500 Wild Dog Road, Apollo Bay
- LIFESTYLE
- 4 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- 4 car spaces
- Approx 48562 Square metres
This light-filled mountain-side property off the iconic Great Ocean Road is rural living at its best, without sacrificing any of the modern amenities we love.
And.... it's only a 10 minute drive to pristine beaches and all the shops, cafes and restaurants of Apollo Bay, paradise by the sea.
Its unique features have to be seen to be appreciated but include:
a 3 bedroom home plus study made from western red cedar and Colorbond with valley and ocean views from every room
an 11.5 acre low-maintenance property with modern fencing suitable for running sheep and goats
2 x 9,000 Litre spring-water tanks filled from a local spring that runs 12 months of the year and gravity-fed and filtered to the house
1 x 18,000 Litre rainwater tank
newly renovated modern kitchen ideal for entertaining and a large family; comprising long island bench, stainless steel appliances including gas cooktop, electric oven, dishwasher and side-by-side fridge/freezer with filtered water and ice-dispenser
log fire and reverse-cycle air conditioning in large living room
sun-drenched north facing entertaining deck provides shelter from southerly winds
satellite television and broadband internet
2 car garage with 'man cave' attached
additional carport for 2 cars in ample shedding
children's playhouse and swing-set
Nissen hut for you to convert to a workshop or studio, or extra accommodation
it benefits from ample sun and has plenty of usable level ground
abundant wildlife including king parrots, wedge-tail eagles, kookaburras, wallabies, echidnas, koalas and platypus
in addition, the property is currently drawing a regular rental income
there is also the option to purchase the property fully-furnished – ready for holiday letting
Picture yourself enjoying the Apollo Bay Music Festival; or browsing the Apollo Bay craft market on Saturday mornings, selecting the catch of the day at the local fish co-op, then retreating from the summertime hustle and bustle to relax on your sun-drenched deck; or take a short drive to these nearby attractions:
5 minutes to trout fly-fishing in the Wild Dog Creek
Less than 10 minutes to the iconic Great Ocean Road and whale-watching
10 minutes to premier salmon fishing on Apollo Bay’s lengthy beaches
15 minutes to Beacon Point and Chris’ Restaurant
20 minutes to Mait’s Rest and Marriner’s Falls rainforest walks
30 minutes to Forrest and mountain-bike tracks
30 minutes to the Otway Fly
30 minutes to historic Cape Otway and lighthouse
40 minutes to Melba Gully Rainforest and Glow-worms
40 minutes to Lorne
one hour to 12 Apostles
2 ½ hours to Melbourne
This property has so much potential either as a full-time home or as a holiday let. It really is the best of both worlds!
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