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Historical estate in the Southern Mountains of Australia is looking for a new owner.

Historical estate in the Southern Mountains of Australia is looking for a new owner.

Historical estate in the Southern Mountains of Australia is looking for a new owner.

For over200 years, Glenrock Estate in the town of Tallong, Australia has had only five owners, indicating its attractiveness and stability. At the heart of this more than2300-acre agricultural farm is a magnificent attic of Georgian and Greek styles, restored for many years. The historic estate, expanded since its original land grant, benefits from its location on two major roads and permanent water licenses. The estate also features two rivers and a stunning gorge with a waterfall. Glenrock in Tallong has had only five owners over more than200 years.

This remarkable property, offered on the market upon request for its price, has rare advantages that go beyond the usual assessment methodology, says Ken Jacobs from Private Property Global, one of the agents representing Glenrock.

“There are no exact comparative sales data available. We have been restoring a Greek Renaissance castle for 12 years. Private Property Global The two largest land sales in New South Wales in 2022 are the closest benchmarks. A set of nine non-contiguous parcels totaling 3,232 acres was sold last year by Hume Coal for over 100 million Australian dollars (approximately 67.2 million USD) or 30,000 Australian dollars per acre (about 20,150 USD per acre). The Mereworth estate, spanning 1,250 acres, was sold for nearly 49.7 million Australian dollars (around 33.4 million USD) or 39,750 Australian dollars per acre (approximately 26,700 USD per acre). Wine cellar. Private Property Global “Glenrock has just been released, but there is already preliminary interest from local high-income buyers,” says Jacobs.

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“The combination of large acreage and amenities that add historical significance and architectural merit will appeal to a diverse group of local and international buyers.” Two major roads and permanent water licenses are available. Private Property Global

In addition to the rock mansion and land for grazing, Glenrock includes guest accommodations, a five-story clock tower with an observation deck, stables, cattle sheds, and two private lakes, one of which features a Japanese boathouse in the style of Giverny. The estate in the Southern Highlands is centered around a majestic main house, surrounded by more than 5 acres of illuminated parkland filled with lawns and mature trees. A stylish deck encircles the front facade of the house, adorned with eighteen fluted Doric columns, giving it a harmonious appearance. There are shutter frames for the French doors that open onto the veranda. The house, which includes five bedrooms and five bathrooms, features cedar woodwork and artistic wooden elements, allowing for a view of the city skyline. Private Property Global

In addition to the 19th-century guest house, the estate features new buildings and facilities for guests and staff, including separate accommodation for the manager, a guest complex, and utility buildings. The brick stable building, equipped with glass skylights and a light wooden ceiling, houses 10 stalls, a tack room, and horse equipment. There is a stunning view of the gorge with a waterfall. Private Property Global

Although Glenrock is two centuries away from its original beginnings, the estate is just a two-hour drive or a short helicopter flight from Sydney.

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