Former AFL footy star Nathan Thompson lists his fabulous country retreat for $1.6million

A magnificent country retreat owned by former AFL champion Nathan Thompson has hit the market with a guide price of between $1.55 million and $1.65 million.

Located in Kyneton, Victoria, 86km from Melbourne, the vintage property has five bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Built in the 1890s, the original cabin has been beautifully renovated by Thompson and his wife into an elegant luxury residence full of rustic charm.

Thompson, 46, from Kyneton, bought the farmland property from Macedon Rangers nine years ago and now plans to downsize, reports the Herald of the sun.

Set on one acre and surrounded by a lush private garden, the home is a delightful blend of classic Australian gold rush era style and modern flair.

Thompson has carefully preserved the exterior of the heritage home, including a welcoming porch and awning.

Meanwhile, hidden from street view, is a large expanse featuring high timber ceilings and polished Baltic pine floors.

Highlights include a large living room with polished concrete floors, walls of glass and a fireplace, which opens to an entertaining terrace and pool area.

Other features include main light windows and a magnificent oversized kitchen featuring a Falcon oven.

There is also a private study and a combined living and dining room.

Meanwhile, the garden features ash, elm and willow trees.

Thompson rose to prominence as Hawthorn’s leading scorer early in the Naughties.

After entering first-class football in 1998 with the Hawks, Thompson left the club to join North Melbourne for the 2005 season.

He finally retired in 2008 after playing a total of 189 games in the AFL.