5.2-Acre Off-Grid Homestead Bordering State Forest – Briagolong, Victoria

52-Acre Off-Grid Homestead Bordering State Forest – Briagolong, Victoria

Price: $749,000

Location: Briagolong, Victoria (8 km from Briagolong; between Sale & Bairnsdale)

Build Size: 200m2

Land Size: 52 acres

Bedrooms: 3

Bathrooms: 2

About this property

A rare opportunity to secure a completely private and fully off-grid 52-acre lifestyle retreat, located just 8 km from the charming township of Briagolong and perfectly positioned between Sale and Bairnsdale. With no neighbours within 500 metres, the home is enveloped in native bushland and bordered by both state forest and pine forest, offering remarkable seclusion, abundant wildlife, and direct access to outdoor adventure.

The property features a comfortable 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with multiple heating options, a versatile bonus room created from a converted shipping container, and a separate studio for creative work or relaxation. With paddocks, sheds, water security, and a completely off-grid power system, this is the ideal set-up for self-sufficiency, hobby farming, nature-based living, or a peaceful family sanctuary.

Off-grid & sustainable features

• Fully off-grid solar system – 6 kW solar array

• 9.8 kW battery bank

• 6 kW diesel generator for backup power

• ~65,000 L rainwater storage

• Stock water + dam for livestock

• Endless supply of firewood on the property

• Heating options:

  • Wood fire

  • LPG gas log fire

  • Two reverse-cycle split systems

    
    

The land & lifestyle

• 52 acres of bush, paddocks & forest edge

• Bordered by State Forest & Pine Forest

• ~10 acres fenced into paddocks – ideal for horses, livestock or hobby farming

• Sheep yards with handling run

• Dam + stock water

• Wildlife haven: emus, sambar deer, native birds, kangaroos, wallabies

• Absolute privacy — nearest neighbour 500m away and screened by bush

  
  

Outdoor adventure at your doorstep:

• Direct access to horse-riding trails

• Dirt bike & 4WD tracks leading into Alpine State Forest

• Perfect for bushwalkers, foragers, trail riders and nature lovers

  
  

The home

• 3 bedrooms

• 2 bathrooms

• Cosy lounge + separate dining room

• Practical kitchen with excellent storage & walk-in pantry

• 3 surrounding decks for outdoor living

• Heating & cooling via:

  • Wood fire

  • LPG gas log fire

  • 2x reverse-cycle systems

    
    

Additional buildings & infrastructure

• 12 m x 2.5 m bonus room (converted shipping container) – ideal studio, hobby space or storage

• 4 m x 5 m separate studio with its own deck

• Near-new 5 x 12 m shed with roller doors + undercover work area

• Large older shed

• High-clearance carport for caravan / motorhome

• Smaller animal shelters across paddocks

  
  

Comfort & connectivity

• Off-grid power with reliable triple-system redundancy

• Rainwater tanks supplying filtered household water

• Multiple outdoor living spaces for year-round enjoyment

• Excellent mobile reception (area dependent — verify provider)

  
  

Nearby amenities & attractions

• 8 km to Briagolong: café, pub, general store, primary school

• Close to Sale & Bairnsdale for supermarkets, healthcare, schools & services

• Surrounded by natural beauty: rivers, forests, mountains, wildlife

• Easy access to Gippsland Lakes, High Country & coastal attractions

  
  

Perfect for

• Off-grid families or homesteaders

• Nature-based living & self-sufficiency

• Horse owners or hobby farmers

• Creatives seeking a private retreat

• Anyone wanting total privacy with modern comforts