49 Gorricks Run

Escape the pace of city life and discover a truly special rural retreat offering character, privacy, and breathtaking natural beauty; all within a commutable distance of Sydney. Set on approximately 42 acres of pristine bushland, this elevated, north-easterly facing property captures sweeping hillside views and the peaceful charm of the winding Macdonald River.

Whether you’re seeking a permanent tree change, a weekend sanctuary, or a short-term rental opportunity, this unique residence delivers comfort, history, and lifestyle in equal measure.

Property Highlights

• Charming country home, double-storey and character filled
• Elevated position with stunning rural and valley views, flood free home
• Approx. 42 acres of private native bushland ensuring privacy and filled with wildlife
• Approx. 9km to the iconic Settlers Arms Inn
• Spacious open plan kitchen and dining with electric oven and ample storage, slow combustion fire
• Welcoming lounge room with a second slow combustion fire
• Light-filled interiors with terracotta tiled flooring to the ground level and historic timber beams believed to be sourced from the original St Albans bridge.
• French doors and coloured glass highlight windows
• Air conditioning on both levels for year-round comfort
• Natural cross-ventilation and passive solar design
• Upstairs two generous bedrooms with built-in storage, racked ceilings and dormer windows
• Combined bathroom/laundry with louvre windows and timber ceiling
• Seamless indoor/outdoor flow to wrap-around verandah and outdoor entertaining areas
• Outdoor wood-fired pizza oven—perfect for entertaining
• Woodshed and lockable farm sheds/workshop
• Enclosed vegetable garden 
• Rustic carport with storage and multi-purpose space previously used for boxing/gym
• Good rainwater catchment/storage with multiple rainwater tanks plus a functioning bore accessing underground water supply
• Grey water recycling and onsite wastewater system
• Mains power plus backup generator for peace of mind
• Access via the 24/7 Webbs Creek Ferry crossing and mostly sealed roads
• A little over 1.5 hours to Hornsby or Castle Hill
• School buses to local primary schools and high schools in the Hawkesbury, Hills and Hornsby Shires service the valley
• The valley is a popular area for permanent residence, weekenders, farm stays, and nature lovers

Live a relaxed lifestyle, cool off in the nearby river, explore bushwalking trails, or simply relax and take in the serenity. This is a place where nature, history, and comfort come together, ideal for those wanting space, privacy, and a slower pace without losing connection to the city.

Inspections strictly by appointment.

Contact us today to arrange your private viewing and experience this exceptional lifestyle property for yourself - Paul Vella 0418 649 294.

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