Idyllic 78-Acre Lifestyle Retreat with River Frontage

Idyllic 78-Acre Lifestyle Retreat with River Frontage & Accommodation Business Opportunity
Welcome to "Dam It Getaway" - a breathtaking 78-acre rural lifestyle property positioned on the pristine Bowman River, just 8km from the charming township of Gloucester in the stunning Barrington Coast region. Offering absolute privacy, rolling green hills, freshwater river frontage and multiple dwellings, this remarkable estate delivers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and established income potential.

Whether you're searching for a tree-change escape, a multi-generational family haven, or a thriving lifestyle accommodation business, 81 Kia Ora Hill Road presents an extraordinary opportunity to secure it all in one stunning package - offered walk-in, walk-out. The property has hosted weddings, family reunions, anniversaries and private retreats, making it an exceptional lifestyle and business opportunity.

The Main Homestead
The beautifully maintained Hacienda-style brick and tile residence features:
• 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
• Open-plan living and dining areas filled with natural light
• Scenic loft/lookout office ideal for stargazing or working from home
• Air conditioning to bedrooms and living areas
• Cosy combustion fireplace for winter evenings
• Wide front and rear verandahs capturing panoramic valley views
• Double car accommodation
Wake each morning to sweeping rural vistas and the peaceful sounds of nature from every window.

Additional Accommodation
Designed for flexibility and privacy, the property includes multiple additional dwellings currently operating as a successful country accommodation retreat:
• A self-contained 2-bedroom cabin with Jack-and-Jill bathroom and open-plan living overlooking the dam and surrounding countryside
• A stylish 1-bedroom "Posh Pod" with stunning elevated views
• A 1-bedroom manager's residence/granny flat with large kitchen, bathroom and reception/living area
• Existing accommodation business with repeat clientele and future bookings in place

Outdoor Lifestyle & Infrastructure
Perfectly suited to those who love the outdoors, the property offers:
• Bowman River frontage with freshwater swimming, fishing and kayaking
• Inground swimming pool with entertaining deck and bar area
• Cleared grazing paddocks suitable for livestock
• Two livestock dams
• Large shedwith concrete flooring
• Graded access tracks throughout the property

Sustainable Living Features
• Newly installed solar system (August 2021)
• Mains power connected
• 2 x 30,000L and 1 x 10,000L rainwater tanks

Location
Enjoy the perfect balance of seclusion and convenience:
• Approximately 8 minutes to Gloucester township
• Close proximity to Barrington and Barrington Tops
• Approximately 3 hours from Wahroonga/Sydney

This is more than just an acreage property - it's a complete lifestyle offering with income potential, natural beauty and endless possibilities.

Inspection by appointment only.
Business financials available upon request for qualified buyers.
Please note: inspections may need to accommodate existing guest bookings.

Disclaimer: We have in preparing this document used our best endeavours to ensure the information contained is true and accurate, but accept no responsibility and disclaim all liability in respect to any errors, omissions, inaccuracies or misstatements contained. Interested parties should make their own enquiries to verify the information contained in this document.

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School catchments

Barrington Public School Primary K-6 Government 3.7km
St Joseph's Primary School Primary K-6 Catholic 6.3km
Gloucester Public School Primary K-6 Government 6.7km
Gloucester High School Secondary 7-12 Government 7.3km
Stratford Public School Primary K-6 Government 18.3km
Mount George Public School Primary K-6 Government 23.7km
Krambach Public School Primary K-6 Government 32.8km
Wingham Public School Primary K-6 Government 39.7km
St Joseph's Primary School Primary K-6 Catholic 41.7km
Bobin Public School Primary K-6 Government 41.8km
Wingham Brush Public School Primary K-6 Government 42.0km
Wingham High School Secondary 7-12 Government 42.5km
Stroud Road Public School Primary K-6 Government 44.0km
Nabiac Public School Primary K-6 Government 44.4km
Tinonee Public School Primary K-6 Government 44.5km
MidCoast Christian College Combined K-12 Independent 45.9km
Coolongolook Public School Primary K-6 Government 46.5km
Taree High School Secondary 7-12 Government 49.4km
St Clare's High School Secondary 7-12 Catholic 51.0km
Chatham High School Secondary 7-12 Government 51.2km
Dungog High School Secondary 7-12 Government 52.6km
Manning Valley Anglican College Combined K-12 Independent 55.0km
Great Lakes College Senior Campus Secondary 11-12 Government 57.0km
Great Lakes College Tuncurry Campus Secondary 7-10 Government 57.1km
Bulahdelah Central School Combined K-12 Government 57.2km
Great Lakes College Forster Campus Secondary 7-10 Government 62.4km
Camden Haven High School Secondary 7-12 Government 82.6km
Medowie Christian School Combined K-12 Independent 87.7km
Tomaree High School Secondary 7-12 Government 88.6km

Nearest schools, measured in a straight line from the property. Provided as a guide only; check catchment and enrolment eligibility with the school. School data © ACARA, licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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