At a glance
* Landmark estate 'Cameron Lodge' c.1886 set on approx.10 Acres with Turitable Creek frontage
* Enchanted historic gardens surround the main residence, second cottage and separate guest quarters
* Sun-drenched Indian colonial residence with glorious wraparound verandah
* Flexible living zones including stunning sunroom
* Iconic features including ornamental pond and Temple of the Winds with Roman Baths
Abode
Some properties are so clearly extraordinary that even volumes of praise could never quite do them justice. Cameron Lodge is one such offering whimsical, spectacular, dramatic and breathtakingly beautiful, with a new story unfolding at every turn of its near fathomless foliage.
Set across approximately 10 acres with Turitable Creek frontage, the majestic grounds roll, flow, step and weave through a landscape anchored by rare century-old trees, meticulously curated colour and plantings of extraordinary variety. Stonework, a wisteria-draped arbour, the Roman bath and an ornamental lake at its centre, Joan Anderson's remarkable Temple of the Winds, reached via stepping stones create unforgettable focal points in this private garden of Eden. Wandering the sweeping terraces feels akin to a secluded stroll through your own botanic gardens.
Despite the scale and splendour, the garden's original sensitive and ingenious design provides a natural rhythm and guidance for its ongoing care, while rewarding each season with vibrant garnet reds, zinging yellows and burnished coppers against lush greenery.
Arriving via the winding driveway, the residence more than holds its own within this botanical masterpiece. Elevated to capture both immersion and outlook, the Indian colonial design is perfectly suited to its setting. A wide, glorious wraparound verandah introduces the home in sweeping style an idyllic vantage point from which to admire the landscape in every season.
Importantly, the home retains its original footprint, along with exquisite timber and glasswork that stand as a testament to the care and devotion invested across generations. Inside, warm and inviting interiors unfold to reveal flexible living spaces, including an open-plan kitchen and dining domain designed for relaxed enjoyment.
An extraordinary living experience
Area
The centre of the garden state, Mount Macedon is one of Victoria's most admired lifestyle destinations, renowned for its cool-climate gardens, grand estates and pristine natural beauty. Moments from Macedon Regional Park and Hanging Rock, the area offers acclaimed wineries, cafés and boutique dining, along with excellent schools and easy access to Gisborne and Woodend with Melbourne's International Airport nearby. Under an hour's drive from Melbourne's CBD, Cameron Lodge it delivers serene country living with city convenience.
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