Inside Howqua Valley Views: the saloon-style country estate in Victoria with a dedicated pizza room
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Nestled in the rolling hills of the Victorian countryside is a Wild West estate with a pizzeria, a four-bedroom guest house in a converted barn, a massive shed that acts as the perfect party spot, and a private reservoir with a jetty and a cabin. .
Spread over 300 acres of bushland on the foothills of Mount Buller, the incredible house is located in Howqua, just under three and a half hours’ drive north-east of Melbourne and has movie-worthy views across the valley.
A 1.5 mile tree-lined driveway winds through the bush past the parlor-style guest house and leads to the five-bedroom main house featuring period design, a spacious family room, and outdoor area. epic free.
Behind this understated brick house hides an incredible country estate featuring a signature pizzeria, rustic parlor-style guest quarters, wedding and party shed, as well as a private reservoir.
One of the most unique features of the property is the old barn which has been given a quirky makeover to look like an old fashioned parlor.
A modern, white kitchen contrasts with the country-style pizzeria next to the dining area with a wood-burning oven, wooden ceiling, benches and a fridge
Spread over 300 acres of bushland on the foothills of Mount Buller, the incredible house is located in Howqua, just under three and a half hours’ drive north-east of Melbourne and has movie-worthy views across the valley.
A modern, white kitchen contrasts with the country-style pizzeria next to the dining area with a wood-burning oven, wooden ceiling, benches and a fridge.
Two fireplaces warm the sunken lounge and family room which opens onto a wrap around terrace and incredible covered outdoor seating area with spectacular views of the surrounding bushland.
The bedrooms are understated but comfortable, one with a walk-in closet and private bathroom, while a luxurious bathtub sits below a huge window overlooking the landscape and an outdoor shower.
A 1.5 mile tree-lined driveway winds through the bush past the guest house and leads to the five-bedroom main house featuring period design, a spacious family room, and epic outdoor area.
The rooms are simple but comfortable, one of them with a walk-in closet and private bathroom, while a luxurious bathtub is located under a huge window with a view of the landscape and an outdoor shower.
One of the most unique features of the property is the old barn that has been given a quirky makeover to make it look like an old parlor from a movie set.
The shabby-chic barn is actually a guest accommodation known as ‘The Stables’ featuring four bedrooms, three bathrooms and an outdoor area with a wood-fired pizza oven that rents out as a farm stay for up to 18 people.
Wife and husband, Lynden and Ian Lynch, purchased the Howqua property in 2007, renovated it in 2016 and have been running it as a wedding and party venue with guest accommodation and nearby event shed named after Howqua Valley Views.
The shabby-chic former barn is actually a guest accommodation known as ‘The Stables’ featuring four bedrooms, three bathrooms and an outdoor area with a wood-fired pizza oven that rents out as a farm stay for up to 18 people.
A two-mile walking trail runs through the lot, and there’s also a dam with its own jetty, as well as an orchard and chicken coop.
The property went on the market with an asking price of $4.4 million to $4.8 million, and while the Lynches want to make it clear they won’t be selling the business, they would be willing to include some furniture and equipment in the sale.
Lynden said real estate.com.au The Stables, with its reclaimed wood and sheet iron, adds to the rustic character of the property.
The area was once used as a backdrop for a scene in the Australian film The Man From Snowy River, which starred Sigrid Thornton and Kirk Douglas.
The “beautiful views” as well as the peace and privacy of the area are what drew Lynden and Ian to this one-of-a-kind property.
A two-mile walking trail runs through the lot, and there’s also a dam with its own jetty, as well as an orchard and chicken coop.
The property went on the market with an asking price of $4.4 million to $4.8 million, and while the Lynches want to make it clear they won’t be selling the business, they would be willing to include some furniture and equipment in the sale.