The Shearing Shed

Suitable for children

No

Disabled access

There is ramp access to the building

Smoking restrictions

No smoking permitted

Guest pets allowed

No

Property Description

Bluestone walls flank the wrought iron gates at the entrance to this 100 acre farm.The Shearing Shed is encountered soon after you enter the property. Opposite the front deck is an informal garden area through a rose arbor adjoining a hedge.A collection of trees are establishing themselves in the expanse of lawn and an old tray wagon makes an interesting sculptural feature.

Built in the 1950s, the Shearing Shed bears the classic corrugated iron roof and walls. The recent front timber deck has been built around an established tree that provides a shady canopy for the table and chairs setting. Along the blind side of the Shed is the farm veggie garden. The other two sides overlook fenced paddocks and yards, where the land rolls gently down towards a not too distant Western Port Bay, with French Island just across the water. The westerly aspect regularly provides spectacular sunsets, which can be savoured from a second deck off the bedroom at the end of the Shed.

The interior has preserved some of the original elements as the foundation for its rustic character, including exposed roof trusses and corrugated iron. The timber slat partition walls, which separate the bedroom and ensuite from the living area, also reflect the era. Well chosen farmhouse furniture, antiques and a sprinkling of art work elevate the interior style. The ensuite floor has inlaid black pebbles, a white claw foot bath and pedestal basin, creating an appealing combination of old and new. The large, modern kitchen has glossy white cabinets with a U-shaped bench area, and stainless steel appliances. A collection of earthenware atop the cupboards, and a wooden butcher's block, bridge the decor as does the large white buffet hutch beside the solid timber dining table.