Bennison, VIC 3960

Ray White Foster is proud to present for sale REWAH Homestead. This majestic Federation style home is for sale for only the third time since 1913. Set on 14 acres (approx) of quality, well maintained pasture, with additional Franklin River and Deep Creek river lease frontages, this historic property provides a rare opportunity to own a piece of beautiful South Gippsland history that at one time, was a thriving native plant nursery. Approaching the property is charming in itself, via a meandering long tree lined driveway to where the homestead reveals its classic Federation style beauty, elegance and privacy. Step between the lavender border, under the wide overhang veranda through French doors to be captivated by the towering 11 foot ceilings throughout the home. Classic period features abound through the home, with decorative wall and ceiling paneling, use of anaglypta wall paper features throughout, with ornate cornices and high skirting boards adding to the classic period charm. The home has undergone tasteful modernisation to provide contemporary luxury comforts, yet classically designed to blend seamlessly into the home. Key features of the property include: - 3 large bedrooms, main with renovated ensuite and walk in shower, with a large renovated walk in robe and dressing area with under shelf lighting - Central family bathroom with feature granite benchtops, shower and sumptuous bath overlooking the garden - Open plan kitchen and living area, including same feature granite benchtops and European appliances with French Doors leading to the alfresco area - Large walk through butlers pantry to a formal dining or sitting area - Separate study/library - 3 operational fireplaces with unique pyrography artwork featured - Fabulous outside entertaining alfresco area with a large wood fire pizza oven Self sufficient and paddock to plate food production includes extensive fruit and nut trees, large raised vegetable gardens, chicken coop, gardening hot house or fishing from the riverbanks. The property has also provided great pleasure for the current owners in raising and breeding beef cattle, lamb, geese, and quail and a flock of mature guinea fowl continue to roam throughout the property. In addition, a one bedroom, bathroom, self-contained cottage separate and discreet from the main house, offers the opportunity for short stay accommodation or additional room for when family or friends come to stay. Storing a caravan, boat or machinery is accommodated via a large shed that incorporates a 5x10 lock up shed with a 3m high electric roller door, and a 9x10 open bay shed all with concrete floor and power. An under roof skillion offers additional space for parking. Rewah is a beautiful lifestyle property ideally positioned 8km from the Foster township and a little over 2 hours to Melbourne, with the Great Southern Rail Trail, Wilson's Promontory, Corner Inlet and pristine beaches at its doorstep. For the next owner, this property offers the opportunity for the next generation to appreciate the tranquility, flora and fauna that has been enjoyed here for over a century. Inspection is strictly by appointment. Contact Wendy Gregson at Ray White Foster for more details