Five-star Victorian retreat with rustic mud-brick cottage in Flowerdale on sale

The area is renowned for its stunning natural scenery, scenic hiking trails, rich wildlife and its peaceful off-grid vibe.

Integrity Real Estate agent Nikki Mutsaers said the country resort-style retreat, lovingly named Tathra, presented an opportunity for multigenerational living or an income-producing asset. She said the current owners lived in the architect-designed three-bedroom, three-bathroom main dwelling while securely renting out two of the properties through Airbnb.

“The mud-brick cottage and tiny home are both rented out twice a week full-time and have access to the homestead facilities, including the beautiful lap pool,’’ she said.

She suggested that the property could also be transformed into a welcoming sanctuary for family members of all ages, a true multigenerational homestead.

An established laneway system and thoughtfully designed gardens weave throughout the resort, privately linking the four residences. Outdoor spa baths, fire pits, and charming courtyards scattered across the estate evoke a distinct Balinese ambience.

The 12-metre solar-heated pool, featuring a built-in six-person spa, offers an ideal setting for both relaxation and exercise. The property is just a short walk from the iconic Flowerdale Pub, known for its country charm and hearty fare.

The 50-square-metre main homestead, designed by acclaimed architect Robert Marshall, features vaulted ceilings, towering pillars and exposed timber trusses, with the six-metre windows in each room offering panoramic views into the serene Valley of a Thousand Hills.

Reclaimed spotted gum floorboards traverse through the designer kitchen, which enjoys three-metre ceilings and is complete with a butler’s pantry and premium appliances, including a Zip tap system. Each bedroom has a porcelain-tiled en suite, with free-standing baths strategically located to overlook the stunning mountain views.

A wood-burning fireplace, gas heating throughout the homestead and remote-controlled drapes and double-glazed windows keep the property warm in the colder months. Step outside through the expansive glass doors to a paved courtyard designed for al fresco dining, complete with an outdoor kitchen, pizza oven, and tranquil pond.

Mutsaers said Tathra has received outstanding client feedback with five-star reviews from guests frequenting the mud-brick cottage and tiny home.

“Regular guests keep returning to this amazing property, and feedback has been exceptional,’’ she said.

The mud-brick abode, coined Tathra Cottage, is a free-standing and rustic retreat.

Featuring a fully equipped kitchenette and a wood-burning fireplace, the outdoor shower, toilet, and two-person spa invite guests to experience nature up close. Situated at the top of the property on an undulating hillside is the tiny home known as Tathra Valley View.

The off-grid home boasts a fully functional kitchen, an enclosed deck with a fireplace, and expansive valley views, with the outdoor wood-fired Japanese hot tub as its piece de resistance.

Mutsaers said while not currently on offer on Airbnb, the studio apartment, or fourth residence, was perfect for independent living. An en suite bathroom, study nook, kitchen, and wood fireplace complete the functional living space.

Mutsaers said a fully lit Olympic-sized dressage arena, equipped gym, greenhouse, established fruit trees and vegetables gardens, as well as a watering system encompassing the property, capped off the prize listing.

The property is fully fenced, with a built-in security system and solar system with back-up generators. A workshop, stables, shipping containers, and sheds form the essential infrastructure of the property.