High-altitude Adelaide Hills vineyard and cellar door hits the market
Set high above the surrounding landscape, Anderson Hill in Lenswood combines vineyard production, restaurant and cellar door, and lifestyle accommodation across a substantial rural landholding in one of the Adelaide Hills’ most tightly held regions.
Anderson Hill’s vineyard was first planted in 1994 and sits at approximately 592 metres above sea level, making it one of the highest vineyard sites in South Australia. The established eight-hectare vineyard comprises predominantly chardonnay, alongside plantings of pinot noir and sauvignon blanc, which are varieties well-suited to the Adelaide Hills’ cool-climate growing conditions.
Spanning approximately 31 acres, the property has a price guide in the low- to mid-$3 million range.
“It is a beautiful location with interest coming from a range of buyers – predominantly those with hospitality and tourism backgrounds,” said Sam Hayes of Toop + Toop Rural.
Hayes said the opportunity had also attracted some passive investors, given that the existing Anderson Hill team could continue operating the cellar door and restaurant.
Adelaide Hills has long been recognised as one of Australia’s premier cool-climate wine regions, attracting visitors drawn to its scenic landscapes, boutique producers and proximity to Adelaide.
Hayes said that amid shifting trends across the wine industry, cool-climate regions such as the Adelaide Hills continue to attract strong demand from winemakers.
“Cool climate vineyards are still producing the wines that the market is most interested in at the moment and while the Australian wine industry is undergoing a structural change, there are still great opportunities within it to secure some high quality assets, like this one,” he said.
The site’s hospitality offering centres on an award-winning cellar door designed to capitalise on sweeping views across the Adelaide Hills. The venue is licensed for up to 150 guests and includes a commercial kitchen, pizza oven, barbecue area and function space, allowing the property to host tastings, weddings and private events.
The vineyard is supported by irrigation infrastructure, a storage dam and a water licence, providing a reliable base for ongoing grape production. A 30kW solar system and backup generator support the property’s operations, while established outdoor areas and direct access to the Fox Creek mountain bike trail network further enhance its tourism appeal.
Hayes said the nearby trail network had become a significant drawcard for tourists.
“Fox Creek is one of South Australia’s premier mountain bike destinations and it’s right next door,” he said. “That tourism activity is bringing people into the area and venues like this are well positioned to capture that.”
In addition to the commercial facilities, the property also includes a two-storey residence with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, offering accommodation for owners or staff, or potential for further lifestyle use.
