Blue Gums farms is a lifestyle and beef fattening property situated on the West Barwon River located in the stunning Otway's region in the township of Forrest. Offering 47 hectares (116acres) of river frontage and drought proof pastures, capable of fattening 50-60 cattle, the property has 11 paddocks comprising of the river flats and undulating paddocks, seven dams and good fencing, all accessible from a central laneway.
Blue Gums farm also has pristine native bush enabling bush walks or cycling on your own property, the main house has an open plan design, with 4 bedrooms, an open fire, dining, kitchen, pantry and cellar, storeroom and wood fired hydronic heating.
A separate guest bungalow can accommodate an additional 4 guests and for those hot summer days relax around swimming pool. The Kitchen garden is well established along with a variety of fruit trees and there is an abundant array of wildlife, including platypus, wedge-tail eagles and other bird life.
Forrest has become the cycling mecca, local eateries like the Forrest brewing company and Brae make it a wonderful destination. With easy access to the Great Ocean Road, 25 mins to Lorne and Apollo Bay.