Showcasing exquisite panoramic views across tranquil bushland, this magnificent Tudor-style residence boasts timelessly elegant design enhanced by an impeccable contemporary renovation throughout. The property's standout feature is a substantial self-contained studio with private access – perfectly suited for professionals, consultants, creative entrepreneurs, or therapists seeking to establish a prestigious home-based business while enjoying unparalleled family living on 2974sqm of parkland grounds.
Enjoying a serene rural setting with exceptional lifestyle convenience, the home is set just a short drive or bus ride from an array of prestigious independent schools – including Yarra Valley Grammar, Luther College, Oxley Christian College, and Good Shepherd Primary School. Chirnside Park Shopping Centre, McAdam Square Shopping Centre and Jefferies Provedore are all in close reach, while the address is also positioned at the gateway to the famed Yarra Valley winery region.
The Professional Studio – Your Business Game-Changer - Discreetly positioned within the grounds with its own driveway access and adjacent parking, the impressive self-contained studio presents an extraordinary opportunity for the modern professional. This sophisticated space features a stone kitchenette, a full bathroom, split system air conditioning and heating, separate internet connectivity, and numerous stacker doors creating a fabulous sense of space and natural light. Whether establishing a consultancy, creative studio, wellness practice, music teaching space, or simply an executive home office, this versatile pavilion offers the perfect solution for eliminating commercial rent while maintaining complete separation between business and family life.
Poised on the high side of the street amidst low-maintenance landscaped gardens and rolling lawn, the main residence welcomes guests into an inviting entry foyer. Distinct separate formal and casual living spaces flank the entry, each offering an open fireplace and capturing stunning elevated outlooks.
At the rear, a generous separate dining area is set alongside an additional family room with an inbuilt double desk – ideally laid out for supervising children's study. The space flows out to an expansive sunny deck framed by colourful terraced gardens, superbly conceived for relaxed alfresco entertaining.
The deck overlooks a salt-chlorinated swimming pool, leading to an immense private backyard with plenty of lawn for pets and kids' ballgames, a large greenhouse, a secure chicken coop, raised veggie beds, and numerous citrus trees.
At the heart of the home, a showpiece contemporary kitchen comprises stunning Italian quartz benchtops, a striking 6m waterfall island breakfast bar, extensive soft-close cabinetry with plenty of deep drawers and a pull-out pantry, a concealed appliance cabinet, chic brushed brass tapware, an inbuilt water filter tap, and a full suite of premium appliances including a Miele integrated dishwasher, a Miele electric oven and separate integrated microwave, and a 900mm Electrolux gas cooktop.
Elevated on the upper level, an indulgent master bedroom retreat offers enchanting uninterrupted views, and includes a sitting area, generous built-in wardrobes, and a contemporary ensuite with a twin stone vanity, a rainfall shower, a heated towel rail, and a floating W/C. Three additional robed bedrooms are complemented by a renovated central bathroom with a twin stone vanity, a rainfall shower, and a semi-freestanding bathtub.
Set on the ground floor, a substantial private study within the main home provides additional workspace, positioned alongside a guest powder room, and a recently renovated laundry with an inbuilt hamper and ironing board, a drying rail, and ample soft-close storage.
Exceptional Features for the Modern Professional Family - Featuring gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, newly installed double-glazed windows, updated tiled and floating parquetry flooring, ducted vacuuming, and excellent inbuilt storage with an accessible under-house storage space, the home also includes an impressive 20kW battery system – capable of running the home for up to two days, and significantly reducing electricity bills through intelligent load shifting. This sustainable feature is particularly valuable for home-based businesses seeking to minimize operational costs.
A triple lock-up garage includes a large extra-high rear workshop, with space to store a boat. The sweeping circular driveway provides ample additional off-street parking, with gated vehicle access serving both the rear studio and backyard for easy maintenance.
With no overlays or planning restrictions, the sizeable property also offers further scope for subdivision or redevelopment in the future if desired (STCA), presenting additional investment potential.
A Rare Opportunity - Properties offering this caliber of family living combined with genuine home business infrastructure are exceptionally rare. For the discerning buyer seeking to eliminate commercial rent, reduce their commute, and elevate their lifestyle while maintaining professional presence, this remarkable property presents an unmatched opportunity.
Disclaimer: The information contained herein has been supplied to us and is to be used as a guide only. No information in this report is to be relied on for financial or legal purposes. Although every care has been taken in the preparation of the above information, we stress that particulars herein are for information only and do not constitute representation by the Owners or Agent.
