68 Ingoldby Road, McLaren Flat, SA 5171

Best offers by 11:00AM, Monday, 30th, November (unless sold prior)

Imagine beginning each day with sweeping views across the vines to the distant ranges, the peaceful rhythm of country life and the freedom to create a lifestyle entirely your own. Whether you dream of a hobby farm, a home where generations gather, a private country retreat or an opportunity to explore boutique winemaking, this remarkable property offers the space, infrastructure and setting to make it a reality.

Whether overseeing or tending your vineyard, keeping much-loved animals, entertaining friends over a bottle of your own wine or watching the children and pets enjoy the outdoors, this six-acre/2.428-hectare property in the celebrated McLaren Vale wine region offers country living at its finest.

Combining a substantial 352sqm four-bedroom residence with a boutique Shiraz vineyard, livestock paddocks and more than 250sqm of shedding, this is a property that invites you to dream bigger. Whether you're a family seeking an enviable lifestyle property, a hobby farmer, a wine enthusiast or a businessman looking for an opportunity, the setting and surrounding area create enticing possibilities.

Extensively renovated and extended by highly regarded local builders, the residence blends generous proportions, contemporary comfort and beautiful countryside views. At its heart, the spectacular north-facing open-plan kitchen, dining and living area features soaring raked ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and abundant natural light that encompasses magnificent sunrise and sunset viewing across the vines. The magnificent kitchen boasts waterfall-edge stone benchtops, glass splashbacks, a 900mm six-burner Smeg gas cooker, extensive storage, a walk-in pantry and an impressive four-metre island comfortably seating six.

A dedicated dining area accommodates 10–12, complete with an integrated wine rack for your favourite local vintages. Stacker doors open to an expansive decked alfresco terrace beneath the main roof, featuring an outdoor kitchen connected to water and gas. Picture friends gathered around the table, the barbecue sizzling and the sun setting over the vineyard, a truly special setting for entertaining.

Four generous bedrooms enjoy beautiful countryside outlooks, including the outstanding master suite with eastern views through private stacker doors, a fitted walk-in wardrobe and sparkling ensuite with twin vanities and stone benchtops. The remaining bedrooms offer excellent storage, complemented by two additional bathrooms, including one with a charming claw-foot bath. A separate study, second living room, wood fire place, spacious laundry, extensive hallway storage, large slow combustion wood stove, and ducted heating and cooling complete the home.

Outside, established gardens on an automatic watering system provide an attractive, relatively low-maintenance setting. Magnificent gum trees frame the Ingoldby Road frontage, while the secure rear garden features lush lawns, a water feature and ornamental trees, creating a wonderful environment for children and pets.

Beyond the gardens and 3.5-acre vineyard, the property boasts the best of lifestyle living, encompassing livestock paddocks with shelters and water supply, a winter creek, mini open bonfire yard, mini orchard, chicken coop and raised garden beds. The current residents even include much-loved alpacas.

The boutique vineyard comprises approximately 1.5 hectares of A-grade Shiraz vines, planted in 2000, presenting a wonderful opportunity for wine enthusiasts. A current tenancy agreement runs until September 2028.

More than 250sqm of versatile shedding provides exceptional space for machinery, vehicles, a caravan, boat, workshop activities, wine production or storage. The principal 24m x 6m shed features a concrete floor, power, lighting and a 6m x 5m lean-to, while a separate 16m x 6m wine shed includes a kitchen sink and electric hot water service. A garden shed and dedicated chemical shed complete the infrastructure.

Practical features include three-phase power to the home and shed, 7kW solar plus battery, mains water supplemented by approximately 100,000 litres of rainwater plumbed to the home, a Biocycle septic system, wireless NBN and a security system. A remote-access double garage with internal entry and extensive driveway parking add further convenience.

Amidst its peaceful rural setting, the property is wonderfully connected to the region's finest attractions. Within walking distance are The Currant Shed, Vale Taphouse, Beresford Wines Tasting Pavilion, As If Wines, Grounded Cru, Scarpantoni Estate Wines and Hidden Fire Wines, with countless other cellar doors, breweries, distilleries and dining experiences nearby.

McLaren Flat offers a welcoming, family-friendly country atmosphere, with a local primary school nearby and McLaren Vale's shopping conveniences just minutes away. World-class beaches are approximately 20 minutes away, while Adelaide's CBD is around 45km or a 50-minute drive.

Some properties are simply somewhere to live. Others offer the opportunity to create a life you love. Here, among the vines and hills of McLaren Flat, you may just find both.

Specifications:
CT / 6006/534
Council / Onkaparinga
Zoning / RU
Built / 1970
Land / 24670m2 (approx)
Frontage / 102.7m
Council Rates / $pa
Emergency Services Levy / $pa
SA Water / $pq
Estimated rental assessment / $750 - $825 per week / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / McLaren Flat P.S

Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal and financial advice. RLA333839

Type

Acreage

Bedrooms

4

Bathrooms

3

Parkings

10

Area

2.47 ha