940 Forge Creek Road, Forge Creek, Vic 3875

Set privately amongst 30 hectares of picturesque countryside, Windward Farm is a beautifully balanced lifestyle property where thoughtful design, quality improvements and productive land combine to create an exceptional rural retreat. Located between Bairnsdale and Paynesville and only moments from the lake at Eagle Point, it offers the peace and privacy of rural living without compromising convenience to everyday amenities, schools and the Gippsland Lakes.

At the heart of the property sits the beautifully crafted country inspired residence, perfectly oriented to capture picturesque views across the surrounding countryside. Wrapped by a classic verandah, the home sits effortlessly within its surroundings, creating an immediate sense of peace, privacy and connection to the land.

Stepping inside, beautiful hardwood flooring, heightened ceilings and an abundance of natural light create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Designed to embrace its idyllic setting, expansive windows frame the ever-changing rural outlook, while the thoughtfully planned open living spaces provide effortless comfort for both everyday families living and entertaining.

Crafted with quality and longevity in mind, every detail of the home has been carefully considered. At its heart is a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring timber benchtops, quality appliances and a generous walk-in butler's pantry. The adjoining dining and living area are centred around a striking double-sided stone hearth fireplace, while hydronic heating throughout ensures year-round comfort. Expansive sliding doors extend the living space onto the wrap around verandah and sun drenched northern entertaining deck, complete with a heated plunge pool overlooking the surrounding paddocks.

Home highlights include:
• Four bedroom, two-bathroom residence plus separate study
• Spacious master suite with walk in robe and ensuite
• Hardwood flooring and heightened ceilings
• Quality kitchen with timber benchtops and walk in butler's pantry
• Double sided stone hearth fireplace and hydronic heating throughout
• Wrap around verandah, north facing entertaining deck and heated plunge pool
• Energy efficient design, with insulation under floor, walls and ceiling, and double-glazed windows

Beyond the residence, the property has been carefully developed to support both a productive rural enterprise and an exceptional country lifestyle.

Rural improvements include:
• Approximately 130,000 litres of domestic water storage
• Eight well established paddocks, each with stock troughs
• Recently upgraded boundary and internal fencing with hotwire
• Irrigation via standpipes connected to a bore and water 16ML irrigation licence
• Approximately 2 megalitre dams

The rear section of the property has been permanently protected under a Trust for Nature covenant, preserving its native bushland and providing a sanctuary for abundant birdlife and wildlife, while enhancing the property's privacy and natural beauty for generations to come.

Excellent shedding ensures the property is as practical as it is appealing.

Infrastructure includes:
• 14m x 7m machinery shed with 15-amp power and space for up to four vehicles
• Second workshop with kitchenette, toilet, mezzanine storage and two cool rooms
• 32 panel solar system
• Fully enclosed vegetable garden with rabbit proof fencing and irrigation
• Tractor, slasher, two irrigators and a 10 tonne silo are included in the sale, along with a selection of other farming equipment

Combining a beautifully crafted family home, quality rural infrastructure and an enviable location between Bairnsdale and Paynesville, Windward Farm presents a rare opportunity to secure a lifestyle property where every element has been thoughtfully considered. Whether your vision is a productive hobby farm, an equine property or simply a private country escape, this exceptional holding offers a lifestyle that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Type

Acreage

Bedrooms

4

Bathrooms

2

Parkings

4

Area

30 ha

Study

1