Hidden within a park-like setting, featuring mature deciduous trees, native eucalyptus, lawns and garden, is a delightful timber home full of character and charm, with floor to ceiling windows that open onto views across the garden to mountain and rural vistas. Consisting of three/four bedrooms, large second floor rumpus room, open plan living and dining leading to a sunken kitchen, the home offers a country charm rarely found. Hardwood floors and timber panelling add warmth and natural beauty to the interior with open fireplace, wood heater and split system aircon for wintery days. The master bedroom has an ensuite and there is also a family bathroom and separate laundry.
Adjacent to the house is a matching steel framed timber-clad barn/shed of considerable size and 4 small sheds or outbuildings in the garden. The property of 47 acres has 4 fenced paddocks for horses or stock, abundant water from Keppel's Creek (2 ML water licensce) as well as two seasonal spring fed creeks and rainwater catchment.
Private native woodland with walking and riding trails complements the paddocks that have natural timber shelter belts and stunning rural views across to the Black Range.
Situated on scenic Mt Margaret Road, on the outskirts of the Yarra Valley, 10 minutes from the heart of Marysville, with cafes and the Duck-Inn pub, the property is minutes from Mt. Margaret "back country" skiing and mountain biking. A rare opportunity for a lifestyle change, in a magical environment.
Melbourne via Maroondah Highway 90 mins, Healesville 35 mins. Lake Mountain 30 mins.
