Auction Location: LJ Hooker Canberra City On a magnificent 16 acres of absolutely un-rivaled beauty, Just over an hours drive to Canberra, there is something magical about this property. The views and relaxed feeling of just being here in this very special place is something that must be experienced to really appreciate. The beauty is breathtaking and its almost hard to believe that a place as special as this could be available for you to have as your very own. 'As a homestead there was nothing better' wrote Banjo Paterson . Located on the tranquil banks of the ever flowing Goodradigbee River, this magnificent property is the site of the original AB Paterson Homestead. Bought in 1908 as a joint venture between Banjo and the Lindeman family of Lindeman's wine fame. Banjo wrote 2 poems here and in 1916 he sold his share of the property outright to the Lindeman family where they built the current homestead in 1923. Roaming along the banks of the river, surrounded by rolling hills and walking across the same ground that the famous Banjo once sat and wrote his iconic poetry is an absolute privilege. The Homestead has been meticulously and sympathetically renovated by the current owners over the last seven years. Apart from loving the lifestyle a property such as this affords, because of its ease of access to Sydney and Canberra, the current owners have also operated it as a popular and successful boutique weekend getaway. ('The Garden Wing' www.coodravalehomestead.com). The spirit of Banjo and the legacy that he, and others who have left their mark on this property, lives on in places such as this. There is no doubt, in every corner of this property, you feel the true spirit of this simply beautiful place that is definitely good food for your soul. The North facing homestead spans over 450m2 and boasts four bedrooms, with two further bedrooms in the servants quarters three bathrooms, three garages one with loft and multiple storage sheds around the immediate homestead. A beautiful out door terraced style entertaining area offers a further space to relax and soak in the incredible beauty of this place. It is also the place to be to witness the clarity of the amazing night sky. This iconic and historical property is a once in a lifetime opportunity so be sure to secure your interest today! Please phone Tim Russell 0416 087 834 or Eoin Ryan Hicks for further information or a private inspection. Features include: � set in the beautiful and picturesque Wee Jasper Valley � iconic homestead steeped in history � built by the Lindeman wine family � Banjo Paterson lived on the property and wrote two poems � other notable occupants including 'Chips' Henderson � River frontage to the crystal clear waters of the Goodradigbe River � large established park like Gardens � peaceful and tranquil setting � prolific birdlife � double brick Homestead with wide verandas � French doors onto Veranda � quality furnishings: carpets, curtains, lights � Marble fireplace surrounds � four spacious bedrooms within the Homestead, with two further bedrooms in the servants quarters � three well appointed bathrooms � large country kitchen and additional kitchenette � large Butlers pantry � large storeroom � Games room /bar/office � Lounge room � Dining room � Sitting room � Mud room with linen closet � double garage with loft and extra single garage all with lights and power � Toolshed / inflammable store/ lay apart part store/ wood store � Watertank