First published 9 Nov 2026, 11:00am
The long-term owners of a century-old seaside wine and wedding estate are taking a vow – to find the right custodian for their property that has been nothing but cherished for generations.
Ivybrook Farm at Maslin Beach – which is known for its fine wine, picturesque wedding facilities and boutique accommodation – has hit the market for the first time in more than a century.
Flanked by the McLaren Vale wine region and Fleurieu Peninsula coastline, the estate at 34 Thomas Rd has been owned by the same family for more than 170 years.
Spanning 14.45ha, the estate has a private home, cellar door, wedding facilities, boutique accommodation and an established vineyard.
Colliers executive Will Sumner, who is selling the property with Nick Goode, said it offered a unique combination of history, hospitality and coastal lifestyle that would be difficult to recreate.
“Despite being so close to local amenities and the Adelaide CBD, Ivybrook Farm offers a private oasis from the moment you arrive,” he said.
“The historic stone buildings, established gardens and vineyard give the property a sense of place and character that has been built over generations.”
A renovated four-bedroom circa 1856 homestead is at the heart of the property, while a two-bedroom cottage that operated as a bed and breakfast for 16 years offered guest accommodation.
It is the estate’s historic hospitality offerings, however, that make it stand out.
There is a late 1800s stone cellar door and an upgraded hay barn with adjoining pergola next to it for weddings and private celebrations.
It has approval and a liquor licence for up to 80 guests.
Another late 1800s building known as Valentine’s Barn is also in the area but is currently used for storage.
Subject to necessary approvals, it has a range of potential purposes, including a barrel room, private tasting space or shop.
Mr Sumner said the property would appeal to buyers looking for more than a standard vineyard or rural home.
“There is an opportunity here for someone to create a very personal destination,” he said.
“That could involve bringing the cellar door and wedding venue back to life, relaunching the guest accommodation, growing the wine offering or simply enjoying the property as an exceptional private estate.
“Importantly, much of the infrastructure is already in place.
“The buildings have an authenticity that cannot be manufactured, while the property’s proximity to both McLaren Vale and the renowned Fleurieu Peninsula coastline gives it a genuine point of difference.”
About 3.7ha of the estate is vineyard, with varieties including shiraz, grenache, tempranillo and grenache blanc.
Farmed using organic practices since 2005, it has historically supported an estate wine label, with the majority of production sold directly through the cellar door.
The property also has a boutique winery, with approval to process up to 20 tonnes of fruit.
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