1420 Heidelberg Kinglake Road, Cottles Bridge, Vic 3099

Expressions of Interest – Offers closing Wednesday 8th April at 5.00pm (unless sold prior).

Just 35 kilometres from Melbourne, on the sun-drenched north-west slopes of the Diamond Valley within the revered folds of the Yarra Valley, Lovegrove Winery sits high and utterly commanding — 19.87 acres (approx.) of possibility, history and breathtaking views.

The approach alone sets the tone. Grand gates mark the entrance at the base of a long, winding driveway that threads its way through established vineyards, climbing steadily toward the hilltop. As you ascend, the views stretch wider with every turn — vines rolling out in neat lines, a glinting lake catching the light, vast skies pressing in from every direction. By the time you reach the crest and the estate comes fully into sight, it’s obvious this is the real deal.

And then you see it properly.

The lake glistens beside sweeping lawns. Native flora and fauna thrive in every direction and the mud brick homestead and cellar door complex reveals itself in full — expansive, grounded, and utterly commanding against the skyline. There’s nothing flimsy or temporary about it. The walls are thick, tactile, full of texture and tone. The lines are strong. The scale is generous. It feels established in the best possible way — like a landmark rather than just a building.

Step inside and the volume takes over. A vast central hall unfolds beneath soaring ceilings, anchored by an enormous open fireplace that radiates warmth and presence. This is not decorative architecture; this is space designed to gather people. Timber beams, brick floors, natural finishes — everything has substance. The atmosphere lands somewhere between European lodge and iconic Australian estate, equal parts rustic grandeur and refined hospitality.

Double timber doors swing open to the north onto sweeping grassed areas lined with tables and overlooking the lake. To the south, the hall spills into a courtyard that feels intimate and protected. It’s easy to imagine weddings unfolding here — ceremonies by the water, long lunches under open skies, firelight flickering as evening settles in. Corporate retreats. Milestone celebrations. Or simply an extraordinary private residence hosting unforgettable weekends.

The cellar door is beautifully fitted, with a centrepiece custom natural timber bar, wine racks and a layout that makes sense. It opens seamlessly to a magnificent covered alfresco, positioned to capture the view and the breeze. Behind it, a practical prep area, wet zones, rear storage access and public amenities provide the infrastructure required for serious hospitality. It was once a thriving operation — Sunday lunches, tastings, loyal local customers and overseas exports. With vision and work, it could be again.

Yes, it needs attention. A short period of inactivity has left its mark. The buildings need care. The grounds need reclaiming. The vineyard needs love. But the fundamentals are here in force — the layout, the infrastructure, the aspect, the reputation. This is not a blank canvas. It is a masterpiece waiting to be restored.

Approximately 10 acres of vines remain, planted to Chardonnay, Merlot and Rosé varieties, with a history that also includes Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Cabernet. The soil — low-fertility clayey grey loam threaded with degrading mudstone and scattered stone — combined with modest annual rainfall and brilliant sun exposure, naturally limits yield while intensifying flavour. These vines have produced fruit of genuine character and high sugar levels. Many can be revived. Some may need replacing. But the bones of a serious vineyard remain firmly in place.

Beyond the cellar door sits the wine-making facility — a substantial factory with loading aprons, three-phase power & six enormous concrete water tanks that service the property.

An additional mud brick building offers flexibility as a studio, function space or boutique accommodation.

Integrated within the main structure is a generous two-storey residence that could either support the business or stand alone as a remarkable private home. A huge timber kitchen with electric cooktop and oven anchors the space, flowing into a gorgeous living area that opens to its own courtyard. Brick floors run underfoot. Leadlight windows catch the light. Timbers glow warmly throughout.

Two large bedrooms sit alongside a central bathroom with an oversized bath that feels made for long evenings and slow mornings. Upstairs, reached by a solid timber staircase, a vast retreat space with Coonara wood heater and private north-facing balcony offers endless flexibility. Currently arranged as a master suite with ensuite and storage beyond, it could just as easily become an artist’s studio, executive retreat or additional accommodation wing.

Everywhere you look, there are quirks and craftsmanship — details that couldn’t be recreated today without extraordinary cost.

This is not a polished showpiece. It is something far more compelling. It is scale and structure and setting, waiting for someone with imagination and ambition. It could return to its roots as a celebrated winery and event destination. It could evolve into a luxury private estate with income potential. It could become one of the region’s most sought-after wedding venues. The framework for all of it is already here.

Opportunities like this — elevated, expansive, established and entirely irreplaceable — do not circle back around. This is the moment to see past what it is today and recognise what it can so clearly become.

In Conjunction with CVA
Daniel Philip 0439 977 121

Type

House

Bedrooms

3

Bathrooms

3

Parkings

2

Area

8.04 ha

Study

1