An exceptional opportunity has arrived in the heart of Bundanoon
"The Merrilee Estate" - Secure Your Legacy in the Southern Highlands
Experience Rural Tranquillity & Modern Convenience
Welcome to ‘The Merrilee Estate,’ located at 80 Ferndale Road, Bundanoon. This exclusive subdivision comprises 11 lifestyle lots, each approximately 5 acres in size, offering a blend of seclusion and accessibility.
Situated just 1.8 kilometres from the Bundanoon Town Centre, residents can enjoy a serene rural setting without sacrificing access to modern amenities. With 5 lots already secured prior to release, this is a limited opportunity to acquire premium land before it goes to the broader market in mid-to-late January 2026.
The Opportunity: Lifestyle Meets Investment
The Merrilee Estate offers a unique proposition for owner-occupiers, investors, and SMSF trustees alike.
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Idyllic Country Living: Enjoy expansive open spaces perfect for horses, animals, and a classic country upbringing for children.
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Significant Development Potential: The property is zoned R5 Large Lot Residential under the Wingecarribee Local Environmental Plan, 2009.
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Subdivision Upside: While these are sold as 5-acre allotments, they offer the potential for subdivision into one-acre parcels (subject to Council Consent).
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Strategic Land Banking: Investors can hold the property as a passive asset during the accumulation phase, with the option to progressively divest subdivided lots later to assist with liquidity or retirement planning.
Location & Connectivity
Nestled in the heart of the Southern Highlands, Bundanoon offers a vibrant village atmosphere with cafes, boutique shops, a supermarket, and medical facilities.
Key Distances:
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Bundanoon Railway Station: Services to Sydney, Canberra, and local towns.
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Moss Vale: Approx. 18 kms.
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Bowral: Approx. 28 kms.
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Sydney GPO: Approx. 145 kms.
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Canberra GPO: Approx. 156 kms.
The estate is situated close to the Hume Highway, ensuring excellent road connectivity to major metropolitan hubs.
Investment Growth Data
The Southern Highlands region has demonstrated strong capital appreciation. According to data from onthehouse.com.au, median house values in Bundanoon have increased by 87.22% over the last 10 years (11/16 – 11/25).
There is clear demand for rural-residential parcels in the region, driven by low supply and limited availability of lots of this size over the past 15 years.
Development Highlights
Rare R5 Zoning:
The property is zoned R5 Large Lot Residential under the Wingecarribee Local Environmental Plan 2009, a highly desirable zoning for lifestyle development.
Significant Subdivision Potential:
With a minimum lot size of 4,000 square metres (1 acre), each ~5-acre block offers the potential to be subdivided into multiple smaller lots (STCA).
Expansive Land Holdings:
The estate features substantial allotments ranging from 1.846 hectares (4.5 acres) to 2.427 hectares (5.9 acres), providing massive raw land value.
Immediate & Future Value:
Investors can utilise a "Land Banking" strategy: enjoy a passive rural lifestyle or rental income during the accumulation phase, then subdivide and divest individual 1-acre lots for liquidity in retirement.
Prime Location:
Situated just 1.8 kilometres from the Bundanoon Town Centre, offering the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and village convenience.
Proven Capital Growth:
The region has demonstrated exceptional performance, with median house values in Bundanoon increasing by 87.22% over the last 10 years.
High-Demand Corridor:
Strategically positioned in Bundanoon’s growth corridor where there has been low supply and limited availability of land of this size for the past 15 years.
Ideal Lifestyle Attributes:
The lots feature open spaces and scenic rural appeal, making them suitable for horses, animal husbandry, and a family-focused country upbringing.
Excellent Connectivity:
Located within close proximity to the Hume Highway and Bundanoon Railway Station, providing direct links to Sydney, Canberra, Moss Vale, and Bowral.
Proximity to Key Hubs:
The estate is only 18km from Moss Vale and 28km from Bowral, ensuring access to major Southern Highlands amenities and schools.
SMSF Suitability:
The asset class is tailored for Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF), offering exposure to a tangible real property asset suited for long-term holding and capital realisation.
Exclusive Opportunity:
This is an off-market release with 5 lots already secured prior to launch, highlighting strong immediate market interest and scarcity.
