Tucked into a peaceful cul-de-sac in one of Ferny Creek's most coveted pockets, this beautifully evolved 1960s residence sits proudly on an exceptionally rare flat half-acre (approx. 2512m²) - a sun-drenched expanse where flourishing gardens, open skies and birdsong create a daily sense of calm.
The setting alone is remarkable. Lawns stretch wide and welcoming, framed by European-inspired plantings that shift with the seasons. Magnolias, maples, silver birch, rhododendrons, hydrangeas and flowering perennials bring colour and texture year-round, while a pond sits quietly among the greenery. A citrus grove offers lemons and mandarins ready for the kitchen, olive trees add Mediterranean charm, and herbs grow within easy reach. There's even a Japanese-inspired Zen garden - a tranquil pocket designed for stillness.
Inside, the home reflects decades of thoughtful evolution. Originally built in the 1960s and extended over time, it offers a wonderfully flexible layout that adapts easily to modern family life. Polished hardwood floors, ornate cornices and generous windows create a sense of warmth and light throughout.
Three distinct living zones allow space for both gathering and retreat. A welcoming lounge/sitting room invites slower evenings, while the refreshed country-style kitchen/meals anchors everyday life with granite benches, stainless steel appliances and a perfect view of the gardens. Toward the rear, a lavish living/dining domain centres around a crackling Coonara fireplace and French doors that spill to the courtyard framed by manicured hedges. It's the perfect spot to host the extended family or for enjoying quiet winter evenings as rain drifts softly across the garden outside.
Accommodation includes three bedrooms, with the main suite enjoying its own ensuite and walk-in robe. The spacious family bathroom features both bath and a rain shower, with a charming bay window that brings natural light gently into the space.
Adding another layer of flexibility, a separate studio with barn-style door and raked ceilings sits tucked within the grounds. Whether imagined as a fourth bedroom, creative studio, home office, gym or teen retreat, it offers endless possibilities.
Outdoors, life unfolds at a slower pace. Entertain on the private deck, watch kookaburras claim their afternoon perch, or wander barefoot through the garden while wallabies, echidnas or lyrebirds occasionally pass through like quiet neighbours. Children will never tire of the wide-open lawns, while a potential chook run sits ready for those dreaming of a small slice of country life.
Practicality is equally impressive. A mammoth four-car powered garage, additional carport, extensive flat off-street parking and five rainwater tanks ensure the property works just as well for tradies, hobbyists or families with caravans and boats.
Despite the sense of peaceful seclusion, Ferny Creek Primary School, forest walks, the iconic 1000 Steps, cafés and Upper Ferntree Gully Station are only minutes away - all within a welcoming hills community where evening strolls and friendly waves are simply part of life.
At a Glance:
- Magnificent 2512m² (over ½ acre) flat lifestyle block in a quiet Ferny Creek cul-de-sac
- Classic circa 1960s home thoughtfully extended and updated over time
- Three separate living zones including large rear living/dining with Coonara wood fire
- Refreshed country-style kitchen with granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances, Bosch oven, gas cooktop and dishwasher
- Polished hardwood floors, high ceilings, ornate cornices and large windows throughout
- Three bedrooms including main with ensuite and walk-in robe
- Spacious family bathroom with bath, shower and expansive double-glazed window
- Separate studio with barn-style door ideal as fourth bedroom, home office, gym or creative space
- Established European-style gardens with magnolias, silver birch, pond and seasonal colour
- Productive gardens including citrus grove, olive trees, herb garden and potential chook run
- Private entertaining deck and tranquil Japanese-inspired Zen garden
- Abundant wildlife including kookaburras, lyrebirds, wallabies and echidnas
- Huge four-car powered garage, carport/woodshed and extensive flat off-street parking
- Five rainwater tanks with pump, cubby house and multiple outdoor zones
- Gas ducted heating, ceiling fan and split-system cooling
- Walk to Ferny Creek Primary and forest trails, only minutes to Upper Ferntree Gully Station and village cafés
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