This stunning home offers a rare blend of country charm and modern convenience on approximately 20 acres of usable land. Designed with lifestyle in mind, the homestead-style solid brick home is surrounded by wide verandas, in-ground swimming pool, workshop and stables, all perfect for soaking in the peace and quiet of this beautiful Longlea location.
Step inside to find a spacious, well considered and zone-able layout featuring five generous bedrooms, including two luxurious ensuites. Both the main bedroom and the second bedroom boast their own walk-in robes and private ensuites, ideal for extended family or guests. The main bedroom also enjoys direct sliding door access to the rear yard, enhancing the rural aspect and appeal.
Bedrooms three, four and five each offer built-in robes and ample space, while the fifth bedroom provides the flexibility to function as a third living area or rumpus room thanks to large windows and additional storage.
The heart of the home is a modern kitchen equipped with 900mm gas cooktop, Miele electric wall oven with pyrolytic function, two-drawer Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, double-door pantry and a large fridge recess. It overlooks a spacious meals area and a second living zone, creating a relaxed and welcoming family hub.
A large formal lounge and dining room further expand the living space, while a tiled entry foyer with built-in storage adds a practical touch and a welcoming entry.
Year-round comfort is assured with ducted gas heating and ducted evaporative cooling throughout.
The family bathroom is well-appointed with a large bath, corner shower, vanity and toilet and the laundry includes a single trough, storage cupboards and ample space for a freezer and front-loader.
Step outside from the meals area and follow the path to a large, solar-heated fibreglass in-ground pool – complete with an adjoining entertaining area that’s perfect for gatherings with family and friends.
The property is settled back from the road along a gravel driveway and is well set up for rural living with four rainwater tanks and large dam with excellent catchment. There are five fenced paddocks with connecting gates and water troughs to the paddocks and horse yards.
There is a productive orchard, plus olive trees lining the boundary perfect for bottling and preserving. The dam is well connected to the property, with several points allowing water access to the established garden and well selected fruit trees.
The property boasts ample shedding, including a double carport that has an adjoining single garage with sliding door access to the rear yard, offering potential workshop or art studio space. There is also a large American-style barn with two indoor stables and large tack room/work area. There are two small holding yards with feeders, a larger holding yard with access to the stables and a training yard with lighting to the outside area.
With its combination of space, comfort and versatility, this exceptional property presents a fantastic opportunity to embrace the country lifestyle just a short drive from Bendigo, Strathfieldsaye and Axedale.
Contact Andrew Pearce on 0419 544 251 for more information.
Zoned Rural Living
Council Rates: $4,038.20 per year
