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Willowmere - A Landmark Estate on the Murrumbidgee

What you see:
Hidden beyond a tree-lined private drive bordered by acres of cabernet wine grapes, Willowmere unfolds across 80.2 hectares of pristine riverfront land. Here, sweeping views of the Murrumbidgee and the Brindabellas frame an extraordinary lifestyle a place where grand scale meets quiet seclusion, just 20 minutes from Canberra’s CBD. For many years known as the Canberra region’s most substantial home and awarded MBA House of the Year, it was constructed to the highest specification and detail.

At its heart stands the Manor a 1,750m² architectural statement of timeless elegance. With 9 bedrooms including a separate guest cottage, 6 fireplaces, and sunlit north-facing terraces and wide balconies, every space is designed to elevate daily living into something remarkable, grand by scale but sophisticated and reserved.

Beyond the house, Willowmere is a world of its own.

1.2km of private Murrumbidgee River frontage – the idyllic scene of excellent fishing adventures with family and friends, quiet picnics shaded by massive Casuarinas or just quiet reflection with only the distant burbling rapids and call of the many different birds to hear. Don’t be surprised to see a group of deer, kangaroos or wombats enjoying some peaceful time nearby.

Landscaped rose gardens, orchards, and 500m² of fully equipped marquee space opening up to a park with its own water garden full of colourful fish and aquatic plants; a dream setting for weddings and private events.

A private sealed runway and a substantial hangar and office discreetly tucked away from view of the Manor behind mature oaks and pine trees.

Working stables, even a sports oval, and rich arable land that has been home to many Angus and Murray Grey cattle.

Already operating as a boutique short-stay and events destination, Willowmere offers remarkable income potential from accommodation, weddings, functions, and more with further scope to expand its current approvals.

This is more than a residence. It’s a legacy estate – a place to build a life for now and for generations to come, a business, or both.

What we see:
Willowmere, the region’s most extraordinary and desirable riverfront estate.

Private inspections strictly by appointment.

80.2 hectares of land
20 minutes to Canberra CBD
Elevated position capturing spectacular western views over the Murrumbidgee River
Renowned Master Builder: George Opaczynski and Architectural team led by Derek Green
7-bedroom main residence + 2-bedroom cottage (9 bedrooms total)
All bedrooms face north with sun-drenched balconies or terraces
More than 1,750m² of internal living space (incl. 100m² cottage)
Over 1,000m² of covered terraces and balconies
Six fireplaces (master bedroom, games room, lounge, family, office & cottage)
Up to 5m+ ceiling heights, marble columns & ornate detailing throughout with sculptured architraves and ceilings
Library, conservatory-style dining (seats 20+), grand formal lounge & palatial office with multi storey windows and elegant timber staircase and floors
Sauna, Japanese steam room, gym & health spa
Games room with billiards and bar
Separate ‘hole in the wall’ European style bar room and adjacent 4,000-bottle wine cellar
Resort size gourmet kitchen with pantry, large cool & freezer rooms
Triple garage with internal access plus stables and farm sheds providing further parking for 6–7 vehicles
Porte cochere and parking for 10+ cars
Resort-style entertaining area with solar-heated Tuscan-style pool
Full-size international standard tennis court (north-south, night lighting)
Outdoor bathroom servicing entertaining area
Sports oval (similar size to Manuka Oval)
Several horse stables, round yard & arena with water and troughs
3 computerized watering systems servicing gardens, orchards & vegetable garden
Over 1km of pristine river frontage – easily accessible with picnic & camping areas
Creek with waterfall, 5 dams, bore, river pump & 4 x 100,000L concrete tanks
High percentage of flat, arable riverfront land – rare for the Canberra region
Reliable year-round water supply from multiple sources including permanent bore, numerous dams, creeks and a river pump on The Murrumbidgee River.
Productive grounds ideal for horses, livestock, or agriculture and there is a 200 truffle tree reserve featuring English Oak Trees.
500m² marquee with bathrooms & chandeliers – ideal for weddings & events
Sealed runway and 256m² hangar with air-conditioned offices
Airbnb income: $60,000+ p.a. (Rates: $250–$500/night, 150 nights/year)
Weddings (150 guests): $22,000–$45,000 per event (STCA)
Private functions (30 guests): $3,000–$8,000 per event
Current hangar lease to Helicopter Corp. ($250/week; market $1,000/week)
Horse agistment income up to $300/week
Capacity for 40 head of Angus or Murray Grey cattle ($40,000 p.a. from sales)
5-acre truffle paddock with 200 English Oak trees (future yield potential)
Total annual return opportunity $393, 000 – $737,000 Large sheds and garages at stables. Horse arena and round yard.
Extensive garden infrastructure with orchards and vegetable gardens
Private access roads throughout property. Solar charged Electric gates
Hangar with offices and sealed airstrip suitable for helicopters and light aircraft

Within 15 minutes’ drive to St John Paul College II
Within 20 minutes’ drive to Gungahlin Shopping Centre
Within 20 minutes’ drive Canberra CBD in the highly sought after “Hills of Hall”
Within 20 minutes’ drive to Burgmann Anglican School
Within 20 minutes’ drive to Radford College

Main house: 1650m² +
Cottage: 100m²
Block Size: 80.2ha
Built: 1993
Rates: $4,100.00 p.a (approx.)

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