Montrose isn't simply where you'll build your next home.  It's where you'll become part of a community that already knows the value of living well. 

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  • Boutique residential community in the heart of Harcourt

  • 21 residential homesites across Stage 1 ranging from 476m²* to 2,250m²*

  • Diverse lot sizes to suit a range of homes and lifestyles

  • Generous allotments offering space and flexibility

  • Thoughtfully planned to complement Harcourt’s character

  • Surrounded by Central Victoria’s rolling natural landscape

  • Close to cafés, primary school, recreation and local amenities

  • Easy access to wineries, cideries, orchards and artisan producers

  • Near mountain biking, walking trails and Leanganook (Mount Alexander)

  • Minutes from the historic Harcourt Oak Forest

  • Easy Calder Freeway access to Castlemaine, Bendigo and Melbourne

  • Designed around space, lifestyle and community connection

A basket filled with green apples and red apples, with several bottles of Harcourt apple cider, apple juice, pear cider vinegar, and dry cider scattered on top of the apples.

Harcourt

Set at the foot of Mount Alexander, Harcourt is one of Central Victoria's most welcoming country communities, offering a relaxed rural lifestyle with a genuine sense of belonging. Rich in history and renowned as the apple capital of Victoria, the township has evolved into a vibrant destination celebrated for its orchards, wineries, cider producers and outdoor recreation, while proudly maintaining its strong community spirit.  

What truly sets Harcourt apart is its close-knit community. Harcourt is known for its friendly, welcoming nature and strong sense of community. It’s a place where people know their neighbours, support local businesses and get involved in the many sporting clubs, community groups, markets and events that bring the township together. There’s a genuine sense of local pride and participation, creating an inviting atmosphere where new residents can quickly feel part of the community. 

Families are drawn to Harcourt for its peaceful surroundings, quality local facilities and easy access to both Bendigo and Castlemaine, while outdoor enthusiasts enjoy world-class mountain bike trails, walking tracks, Mount Alexander Regional Park and the region's spectacular granite landscapes. The township offers the perfect balance of country tranquility and modern convenience, making it an increasingly sought-after place to live, invest and enjoy the best of regional Victoria.

Map showing locations around Harcourt, highlighting places such as Harcourt Produce & General Store, Harcourt Valley Primary School, Harcourt Recreation Reserve, Harcourt Swimming Pool, Harcourt Bowling Club, Victorian Miniature Railway, The Little Red Apple, Australia Post - Harcourt LPO, bp Truckstop, La Larr Ba Gauwa Mountain Bike Park, The Oak Forest, and surrounding areas including Bendigo and Castlemaine.
Interior of a bowling club lounge with wooden plaques displaying hall of fame names and awards, tables and chairs, framed photos on the wall, an air conditioning unit, and ceiling fan.
  • A park scene with trees, bushes, and a modern wooden playground structure on the left, and a grassy pathway with a white fence on the right. In the background, there are cars and a small building.
  • A woman and four children standing together in a grassy field on a cloudy day, with trees in the background.
  • Three bottles of Harcourt cider placed among red and yellow apples.
  • A small train station with train tracks, a clock tower, and an overpass in a rural setting.
  • Interior of a cozy cafe with a floral wallpaper, a decorated counter, and customers ordering. Dried flowers hang from the ceiling.
  • Sign at Harcourt Bowling Club welcoming new members and visitors
  • A person with gray hair wearing a black jacket and gray cap looking out over a grassy field with trees and buildings in the distance under a cloudy sky.
  • Two people having hot chocolates at a rustic wooden table with pastry topped with berries.
  • Three children running along a dirt path through a grassy, wooded area with tall trees in the background.
  • A woman and two children reading an informational sign about 'The Oak Forest' in a wooded area with leafless trees and fallen leaves.