There’s a particular kind of quiet in this foothills pocket. Children pedal past on bikes, neighbours still wave, the Dandenongs rise beyond the treetops and, every so often, a kangaroo wanders into view from the reserve next door. Tucked deep into the bowl of a peaceful no-through road, with The Avenue Reserve and playground as your neighbour on one side, this much-loved Montrose home feels private, settled and wonderfully removed from the rush.
Held by the same owner for 42 years and set on approximately 947m², the home has evolved gently over time with cosmetic updates while retaining the warmth and practicality that made it such an easy place to stay. The block is flat, the gardens are established and the floorplan offers the kind of zoning that works beautifully for family life.
At the front, a generous lounge creates a comfortable first living zone, flowing through to a central dining room that cleverly connects both sides of the home. On one side, it links back to the lounge for quieter gatherings; on the other, it opens towards the lower-level family/rumpus room, allowing the spaces to work together when entertaining while still offering privacy when everyone needs their own corner.
The rumpus has plenty of personality, complete with a built-in bar and glass sliders opening directly to the covered deck. It is easy to picture birthday celebrations, Christmas drinks and long summer evenings unfolding here, with the garden stretching out beyond.
The kitchen is bright, practical and welcoming beneath a skylight, with stainless-steel appliances, all-gas cooking and a breakfast bar creating an easy hub for everyday meals and conversation.
Four bedrooms provide excellent family accommodation, with beautiful full-height sheers adding softness to the two front bedrooms. The main bedroom includes a walk-in robe and a fully tiled ensuite, while the remaining bedrooms are serviced by the central family bathroom with feature leadlight windows.
Outside the all-weather deck overlooks flat, established gardens layered with greenery, a fernery, pond and water feature that add a gentle sense of tranquillity. A mature Robinia tree anchors the rear garden complemented by silver birch trees and lush hedging, while three garden sheds and a water tank take care of the practical side of outdoor life.
Gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling and split-system air conditioning keep the interiors comfortable across the seasons.
Best of all, the location puts nature and everyday convenience side by side. The Avenue Reserve and playground are literally next door, with walking trails, National Park access, Montrose Village, schools, cafés and buses all close by. Yet with a setting this private and a garden this inviting, leaving home may take a little persuasion.
Warm, comfortable and full of possibility, this is a home with a fabulous floorplan, a remarkable sense of privacy and plenty of scope to make the next 42 years your own.
At a Glance:
• Approximately 947m² flat allotment in a quiet no-through-road position
• Directly beside The Avenue Reserve and playground with no neighbour on one side
• Home set well back from the road
• Held by the same owner for 42 years
• Four bedrooms, two bathrooms
• 2-way toilet
• Main bedroom with walk-in robe and ensuite
• Generous front lounge
• Central dining room connecting both living zones
• Lower-level family/rumpus room with built-in bar
• Glass sliding doors to covered entertaining deck
• Functional kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and all-gas cooking
• Flat established backyard with mature gardens and greenery
• Fernery, pond with water feature, mature Robinia tree
• Oversized single carport with gated access to one shed + driveway parking
• Three garden sheds, water tank
• Gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, split-system air conditioning
• Walking trails and National Park access nearby
• Close to Montrose Village, schools, cafés and buses
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