About Us
The Broadwater is situated on the historic property "Barton". A mixed farming enterprise, originally settled in 1823. More recently recognised for its Merino sheep stud.
The Broadwater is a naturally formed lake (30 metres at it's deepest point and roughly 10 hectares overall). It is an everflowing and integral part of the Macquarie River and offers some challenging angling both up and down stream with sections of open country and bushland.
The Isis River forms a boundary on Barton and flows into the Macquarie River, downstream joining the Lake River, Brumby's Creek and the South Esk. The current owner's ancestor Sir James Arndell Youl was instrumental with the introduction of trout into Tasmania, Australia and New Zealand.
The Vineyard
In 2001 the two hectare Barton Vineyard was established. Situated nearby, Vintage 2005 Pinot Noir and Riesling are bottled and available for our guests to purchase.