Positioned in the highly sought-after Dowling Forest precinct, just moments from the Ballarat Racecourse, this exceptional lifestyle property delivers the perfect blend of space, versatility, and convenience. Offering a flexible floorplan, established grounds, stunning view, and facilities to suit families, equine enthusiasts, or hobby farmers, this is a rare opportunity to secure a country retreat with all the benefits of city living close at hand.
• Flexible accommodation options – with up to five bedrooms or four plus a dedicated study, the floorplan adapts seamlessly to your lifestyle. Whether you need extra bedrooms for a growing family, a home office, or guest accommodation, this residence provides the flexibility to suit.
• Three expansive living areas – enjoy the luxury of choice with multiple living zones. Perfect for both formal entertaining and relaxed family living, these spaces ensure everyone in the household can spread out and enjoy comfort and privacy. Enjoy the comfort of ducted heating and cooling as well as the ambience of a gas log fire in the formal lounge.
• Spacious kitchen and dining hub – the heart of the home features an open and generous kitchen and dining area, designed for both practicality and style. Ideal for hosting family gatherings, dinner parties, or casual meals, it's a true central meeting point for everyday living. Sliding door take you outside to the entertaining area and lovely gardens.
• Enclosed backyard for kids and pets – a secure and private rear yard offers the perfect outdoor space for children to play safely and pets to roam freely, giving families peace of mind.
• Surrounding the home are beautifully manicured gardens, thoughtfully designed to create year-round colour and charm. Mature trees, flowering shrubs, and carefully tended spaces provide a serene setting and a picture-perfect backdrop.
• Enjoy a sustainable lifestyle with productive veggie patches and your very own established vineyard, where you can harvest grapes and even produce your own Shiraz. A unique touch that adds both charm and lifestyle appeal. A hot house is in place for year round food production.
• The cleared paddocks spaces are ideal for horses, livestock, or hobby farming pursuits. The open paddocks provide ample room for equine activities, grazing, or simply enjoying the wide-open space that only a true lifestyle property can provide.
• Reliable bore water supply – the entire property is serviced by a high-quality bore, ensuring excellent water security for the home, garden, and vineyard. This invaluable feature supports year-round self-sufficiency.
• Peaceful and private setting – tucked away in a quiet location, the property offers tranquillity and seclusion, yet without compromising on accessibility. It's a rare combination of country calm within close proximity to city amenities.
• Equestrian appeal – the property's location close to the Ballarat Racecourse makes it a standout choice for horse trainers, breeders, or recreational riders. Easy access to equine facilities ensures unmatched convenience for those passionate about horses. The property backs on to the Dowling Forest training tracks – ideal for trainers or jockeys.
• Exceptional accessibility – positioned just a short drive to Ballarat's CBD, shopping, schools, and the Western Freeway, the property offers effortless commuting while maintaining its private country atmosphere. The best of both worlds is truly at your doorstep.
