"Platypus Pools" Perfect weekender with Murrumbidgee River frontage - (230 acres approx)

If you have been considering a rural change or looking for the perfect weekender in easy commuting distance to Canberra then don't miss this great buying opportunity. Nestled at the end of Upstream Rd just south of Michelago, "Platypus Pools" is the ideal place to spend the weekends and holidays or live a very private and tranquil lifestyle.

The fortunate new owner will boast 600m (approx) of river frontage & 230 acres (approx) on the edge of the city and only a short 40 minute drive to Tuggeranong or within 60 minutes of Canberra's CBD. Substantial bush style dwellings on the property (unapproved) open onto lush river flats with water views while blending into the picturesque bush backdrop behind. Horse lovers will enjoy the rich river flats and the opportunity to swim your horses in the magnificent Murrumbidgee River.

Rustic style accommodation will cater for large families with an open plan living block, separate sleeping block with 4 bedrooms and freestanding shower and toilet block. The living areas enjoy river views and overlook the grazing paddocks. A huge 10 to 12 bay shed provides workspace / car accommodation while another carport/breezeway on the bedroom block provides an additional 4 bays for extra storage.

Features large kitchen, gas cooking, slow combustion heater, open fire place, gas hot water and 2 generators. The property also has excellent mobile phone reception and the current owners have fast wireless internet connection.

The remainder of the property is undulating with box gums, grassy woodlands and cypress pines, a perfect place to ride horses. You would also share the land with an abundance of native wildlife including, platypus, wombats. echidna's, goanna's and kangaroo as well as many beautiful bird species.

Don't miss this extremely rare offering. Escape the hustle and bustle of the City & enjoy a great country lifestyle in easy driving distance to Canberra.

Feature Summary:

• A quiet, rustic,undisturbed rural retreat for family and friends, no through traffic

• The property consists of 230 acres/93 hectares (approx) in theMurrumbidgee River Corridor

• 600 metres (approx) river frontage is ideal for swimming, canoeing, kayaking and fishing

• There are river flats with oatsand pasture -great for horses!

• Flora includes mature Yellow Box, Apple Box, Blakeleys Red Gum, grassy woodlands and Cypress Pines

• The accommodation is powered by generator and includes gas cooking , hot water and refrigeration

• In the winter there is a slow combustion heater or you could sit by the open fireplace

• The unapproved dwellings consisting of a large open plan lounge /rumpus & kitchen, with a 4 bedroom / breezeway wing and atoilet /bathroom / laundry block

• "Platypus Pools" is drought proof - river water tank 22,000 litres (unlimited supply for domestic use, pumped from river) and rain water tank 10,000 litres (approx)

• Only 40 minutes to Tuggeranong and 60 minutes to Civic (approx times)

• Abundant native wildlife including, platypus, wombats. echidnas, goanna's and kangaroo as well as many beautiful bird speciesand wild deer

• The perfect weekender or permanent retreat for those that do not like the restraints of City living.

Inspections by appointment only: Please call Paul Sutton 0407 099 175

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