A unique Timber Crete block residence and a tranquil, private position provides an ideal weekend family retreat with loads of character and the bonus of a complete walk- in ready fit out. The property has a solid 17 year holiday rental history with strong occupancy, hundreds of 5 star reviews and happy repeat guests coming back time and time again to one of Portland's first rural farm stays. Beautiful bespoke design and materials in the construction include: * 1840's Old Bathurst Hat Factory floorboards * Convict made bricks in the fireplace * Original bridge timber lintels * Stained glass feature windows The grand open plan living area features a vaulted ceiling, polished recycled hardwood timber floors, a rustic hand crafted timber kitchen made from 1940's timber cattle yards and double glazed stacker doors opening onto a sprawling wide verandah and lower level entertainment deck. There are 3 good sized bedrooms with a gorgeous ensuite and freestanding claw leg bath off the master bedroom and a tasteful main bathroom. "Mountain View" enjoys a high set outlook over the 5.5 acre grazing block that also features a spring-fed dam and is currently grazing 3 alpacas. A fantastic opportunity to secure a low maintenance country retreat with a high investment income. Only 2 km from the vibrant village of Portland with IGA supermarket, pharmacy, swimming pool, cafes and newsagency. Only 20 minutes West of Lithgow and 35 minutes to Bathurst. Inspection by advance appointment