2160 Bass Highway, Bass VIC 3991

78 acres minutes from coast | American barn and extensive shedding | Bushfire overlay present | Suits lifestyle or equestrian buyer The property’s competitive strength lies in its rare combination of scale and proximity—78 acres within ten minutes of Western Port Bay and Phillip Island is uncommon for this price segment. The American barn and extensive shedding offer immediate functional advantage for machinery, livestock, or workshop use, while the newly fenced paddocks reduce setup time for a buyer seeking operational readiness. This property serves best a buyer wanting a genuine rural holding with coastal access, rather than a weekend retreat, as the infrastructure supports active farming or equestrian use without requiring immediate capital outlay. The bushfire overlay is a material risk that may affect insurance premiums and future development options, and should be factored into holding costs. The residential zoning, while permitting dwelling use, may limit intensive agricultural or commercial activities compared to farming zones. The property’s 484-day previous selling period signals that market depth for this size and price bracket can be thin, and the current gap between the recent $3.9 million sale and the $1.75–1.85 million ask suggests a significant price reset that warrants scrutiny of condition or motivation. A buyer with flexibility on timing and tolerance for bushfire management requirements is best positioned here.