Subtle in its grandeur and gentle in its modernism, this inspiring acre-set domain in an esteemed Sassafras address is both a contemporary triumph and timeless tribute to the iconic home's heritage beginnings. Overflowing with bespoke beauty including a New York marble tiled kitchen with Butler’s pantry, two opulent master bedrooms with sumptuous ensuites and entertaining elements such as a lavish terrace and chic wet bar – iconic Chudleigh House delicately unfolds over three gracious levels with an alluring attic at its peak and living, dining and relaxation zones that overlook a life’s work garden sanctuary bursting with sublime stonework and a full spectrum of seasonal colours.
High-end features and luxury upgrades are all quietly wrapped in the heart-warming traditions that are entwined among splashes of glamour creating an intensely warm and welcoming sanctuary that is as understated as it is striking. Encased by a circular drive with guest parking at the entrance, the home’s impressive highlight list culminates in a full-sized tennis court before adjoining the magic of the State Forest at its boundary. Mere footsteps from the Village for boutique shopping, Proserpina Bakery delights and the best coffee in the hills, this absolute turnkey home delivers something exceptional.
Talking Points:
•Fragrant gardenias in the forecourt lead to an iron gate entrance providing a subtle hint to the inherited character delivered via original Mountain Ash hardwood floors, two wood fireplaces, etched glass artwork, high ceilings, light fittings, doors and windows that dot the home.
•The large formal lounge is a gracious affair with grand picture windows providing a front row seat to the live art of the gardenscape.
•The heart of the home is the luxe New York marble tiled kitchen. Striking in design with a suite of sleek black appliances including deluxe 900mm Smeg oven – this chef’s dream space is a masterpiece in style and function.
•Complementing the kitchen is a Butler’s pantry housing the alluring original wood stove, a wine fridge to store your favourite drop, a second dishwasher and a handy washer/dryer combo to keep life easy and clutter free. Convenient forecourt access means you can unpack the groceries with ease!
•Living/casual meals flowing to a sunny deck with built-in bar ledge to enjoy a morning brew with birdsong or an afternoon tipple as the sun dips.
•Bay window overlooking the front courtyard.
•Two dreamy hotel-style master bedrooms (one on each level) - one with a luxe dressing room worthy of a Chanel boutique, sumptuous double rainhead shower and dual basins. The second with a custom walk-in robe, dual basins and a large round bespoke bath to immerse at day’s end. Floor to ceiling New York marble decorates both ensuites to add a consistently luxurious and stylish edge.
•Two additional bedrooms (one with its own entrance and walk-in robe) are spread over each level and a guest/family bathroom on the ground level features Persian white marble tiles for extra glam.
•On the lower ground floor, a fabulous guest and entertaining zone is ripe for celebrations and soirees with a lounge/sitting room accessing a chic wet bar flowing to the lavish terrace. A view to the garden is its crowning glory providing the ideal setting for the Great Gatsby-themed party you just have to throw.
•The surrounding gardens are a wonderous creation and a vision of hues filled with moss lawn and hills classics such as camelias, azaleas and rhododendrons and the endless magnificence of the shady Californian Redwood, tri copper beech and golden elm trees.
•Curated to perfection, the grounds are filled with destinations to sit, reflect, turn a chapter, laze on the daybed or delight in the double swings. Pathways wind through pockets of feature gardens framed by elaborate stonework revealing endless nooks and crannies, secret places and hidey-holes to explore, to entice and to admire.
•Sip lemonade under the shade while watching the competition unfold on your full-sized tennis court, pick delicious fruit straight from the trees including plums, mandarins and boysenberries and berries, toast marshmallows by the firepit or enjoy a sunset from the garden gazebo with a vino and a cheese platter.
•Home office with built-in bookshelves to embrace the work from home trend in style.
•Enchanting attic space ideal as a studio, teen retreat, movie hub or second home office.
•A garden bungalow is a comfortable and charmingly unpretentious space for guests, independence for teens/adult children or a home business space..
Please note: All property details shown are correct at time of publishing. Some properties may have been sold in the preceding 24 hours and we recommend that you confirm open for inspection times with the listing agent direct or the listing office.
