With views to Lake Wendouree and on a large, elevated 1116m2 approx. block in Ballarat North, this property has some fantastic features and great potential. The interior design was done by the exclusive Riddell Marly Interior Design, and it certainly gives the home a nice aesthetic and functional feeling.
Essentially, this is a fabulous family home, great for living, entertaining and ready for its next chapter after 40 years with the current owner. Comprising 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living areas, a formal dining room, wine cellar, large outdoor alfresco, 2 car garage, a carport and includes a Sectrol security system.
The bespoke light-filled kitchen area opens out to an alfresco covered with a mature wisteria vine. The long granite island bench has a breakfast bar and a dishwasher. Well equipped with an abundance of storage, the stove has both gas and electric burners with a 900mm electric oven below. The outlook of wisteria provides a living and colourful shade in the warmer months creating wonderful space for outdoor entertaining and provides a European/Tuscan feel. There is a close-by informal meals area and connection to the formal dining room with fabulous views across Ballarat and to Lake Wendouree.
The home has a substantial family living area with an open fireplace as a central focus and more fantastic views over Ballarat and to the beautifully landscaped gardens. This area is spacious and cosy with large sections of built-in shelving and plenty of space for a pool table.
The master bedroom has a walk-in-robe and ensuite with a double shower and adjoins a lounge on the east wing to create a parent's retreat. The outlook on both sides of the lounge and bedroom are to the established and landscaped gardens with direct access to the alfresco area.
Bedroom 2 also has a walk-in-robe and ensuite and looks out to the Alfresco. Bedrooms 3 & 4 each having built-in robes. Nearby the family bathroom also serves as the laundry.
Below the residence, is a two-car garage and a carport with access to the rear yard. The garage is quite large and includes plenty of room for storage as well as a 1,000-bottle wine cellar.
The expansive and lush grounds are professionally landscaped offering a beautiful and private backdrop with plenty of room for children to play or simply to enjoy and entertain. The automated watering system ensures year-round colour and greenery.
