Rossendale 500 Carlsruhe Station Road Carlsruhe, VIC, 3442

'ROSSENDALE' - A LANDMARK RURAL HOLDING OF SCALE, HERITAGE AND ENDURING APPEAL

Elders Rural Services proudly presents 'Rossendale', an outstanding 421.9 acre* (170.73 hectare*) agricultural holding spanning eight titles, with 3.2 klm* Campaspe River frontage, picturesque undulating countryside and breathtaking views towards Mount Macedon and Hanging Rock. Ideally positioned within easy reach of Melbourne, this remarkable property offers a rare combination of scale, productive agricultural land and exceptional natural beauty, presenting an increasingly scarce opportunity to secure a substantial rural holding in one of Central Victoria's most sought-after regions.

Held by the same family for four generations, Rossendale boasts a rich agricultural heritage dating back to the 1920s. Traditionally utilised for cattle and sheep grazing, cropping and hay production, the property offers a compelling combination of productive farmland, abundant natural water resources and established agricultural infrastructure. The existing residence provides practical accommodation, ideally suited to a farm manager, while a selection of magnificent, elevated sites presents an exceptional opportunity to establish a substantial country homestead, taking full advantage of the property's commanding outlooks and picturesque rural setting, subject to the necessary planning approvals.

The gently undulating landscape is divided into eight paddocks, comprising established grazing country, productive pastures and attractive stands of mature timber. A long history of successful cattle and sheep grazing, cropping and annual hay production reflects the versatility of the land, while its favourable soils, natural shelter and expansive open country provide an excellent foundation for a range of agricultural pursuits.

Water is undoubtedly one of Rossendale's most significant assets, with extensive permanent river frontage complemented by two solar-powered bores and two natural springs. An established stock watering system incorporates 15 troughs and nine 5,000-gallon water tanks, providing substantial water storage and distribution infrastructure throughout the holding. Together, these valuable water assets provide a strong foundation for ongoing agricultural operations and enhance the property's long-term appeal.

The property's established agricultural infrastructure includes a shearing shed, hay shed, two machinery sheds, workshop, original stables, cattle yards and sheep yards. These improvements support the property's longstanding farming operations and provide a practical foundation for continued agricultural use, with scope for further enhancement to suit individual requirements.

The existing residence offers practical accommodation comprising three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a country-style kitchen, split-system climate control, slow-combustion wood heating and an adjoining carport. Set within the picturesque rural landscape, the home offers scope for renovation or enhancement to suit individual requirements.

Rossendale's combination of scale, natural water resources and agricultural versatility will appeal to established farming families, agricultural operators and discerning investors seeking a significant rural holding with enduring value and future potential.

KEY FEATURES

• 421.9 acres* (170.73 hectares*) of productive, undulating country across eight titles
• Four generations of family ownership dating back to the 1920s
• 3.2 kilometres* of Campaspe River frontage
• Two solar-powered bores and two natural springs
• Established stock watering system incorporating 15 troughs and nine 5,000-gallon water tanks
• Eight paddocks with established pastures and a history of grazing, cropping and hay production
• Elevated positions with sweeping views towards Mount Macedon and Hanging Rock
• Shearing shed, hay shed, two machinery sheds, workshop and original stables
• Cattle and sheep yards
• Three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence with split-system climate control, slow-combustion heating and carport
• Mains electricity and two-phase power
• Multiple existing entrances
• Conveniently positioned within easy reach of Melbourne and the Macedon Ranges communities

Properties of Rossendale's calibre are seldom offered to the market. Combining substantial agricultural country, exceptional natural water resources, breathtaking rural scenery and more than a century of family heritage, this remarkable holding presents an opportunity of genuine significance. Whether expanding an existing farming enterprise, establishing a prestigious country estate or securing a substantial rural investment, Rossendale offers the scale, versatility and enduring appeal to realise an extraordinary vision.

After four generations of cherished family ownership, the opportunity now awaits for a new custodian to write the next chapter in Rossendale's remarkable story.

FOR SALE BY EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Closing Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at 4:00 pm (AEDT)

Inspections strictly by appointment.

*denotes approx.