Exclusive riverfront retreat in Tailem Bend has buyers revving their engines – realestate.com.au

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If speed is your need and life in the fast lane in your Lamborghini is where you want to be, then this riverside home is sure to get your engine running.

Located just 7km from The Bend Motorsport Park, 68 Princes Highway in Tailem Bend has been listed for sale for the first time in more than 50 years, with its $1.795m to $1.9745m price guide expected to set a new record for the River Murray township.

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With no close neighbours and room for a private helipad, selling agent Lindsay Warner, of Williams Real Estate, said the 8090sq m property was ideal for buyers looking to capitalise on a sought-after and tourist-driven locale.

“We’ve just had the first open house and the tours I’ve brought through were mainly associated with the racetrack and farmers keen to get a piece of river frontage,” he said.

“There’s a huge undersupply of racetrack accommodation, especially when they have events up here.

“So it would be perfect for an executive (of the racetrack) as you could easily land a helicopter here without anyone knowing and the land could be further developed, pending council consent.

“But it would also be good for a family as there’s so much room to host large groups, so we’ll have to wait and see who it will most appeal to.”

Comprising two titles and 180m of freehold river frontage, the property offers plenty of scope for relaxation via a private boat ramp and jetty, boat shed, art studio and significant luxury accommodation.

Starting life as a river shed, the five-bedroom home has been extensively refurbished and upgraded in recent years, with views to the water from all rooms.

The owners have their own private wing with ensuite, spa and walk-in robe plus north facing windows, while guests can rest at the other end of the residence.

The lifestyle experience can be extended with plenty of room for caravans, tents and swags along the foreshore during peak times, with night gatherings around the fire pit.

Vendor Sandra Renneisen said the decision to sell had been made with a heavy heart.

“We’re selling because I’m having a big birthday coming up, I’m turning 70 and it’s just becoming too much to manage,” she said.

“We’re going to miss coming here … as my father was the one who first bought it.

“We used to (water) ski here a lot as a family and would have Easter here with 70 people and lots of boats, camping, canoeing and fishing.

“We always thought that the river brings a beautiful piece and is very soothing, so I hope someone will buy it and love it as much as we have.”