Beautiful “Barbers Lodge” encapsulates all the magic of the hills combined with the character and warmth a log cabin delivers in a private and tranquil setting. Superbly renovated and designed to take advantage of the breathtaking easterly views on offer, the home enjoys glimpses of Silvan Reservoir and beyond to the Warburton Ranges from the privacy of your verandah as you dine, relax or entertain.
This enchanting property showcases gleaming polished floorboards, log walls and whitewashed timber lined ceilings providing a soulful connection to the surrounding lush landscape. Spread over two relaxed levels, the upper floor is devoted to the lounge and dining zone with a crackling wood fireplace for cosy warmth and a fully renovated skylit kitchen as the centrepiece. Featuring an earthy timber island bench for conversations with your favourite glass in hand, a steam oven, gas cooktop, and built in hot and cold filtered water, there is everything you need to cook up a storm and entertain friends and family. Additionally, there are two bedrooms (one queen size) and an elegant renovated bathroom with a big walk in shower. On the lower level is a master bedroom retreat with ensuite and deck access and a private study for those who work from home.
Set on a decadent 2008m2 of land buffered by Mountain Ash and lush ferns, the stunning gardens conspire to create an absolute wonderland for young and old with exotics and natives fruit trees, herbs and a veggie garden providing plenty of excuses to meander in the fresh air. Relaxing on the front or back verandah with melodic birdsong as a soundtrack will become a favourite pastime.
Further highlights include a gas ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, carport, chicken coup, 31,000 litre rainwater tank, plenty of under house storage, designer security fence and steel gates, good sized workshop and ADSL Internet and Foxtel dish installed.
In terms of location, Kalorama is known for its tight knit community and friendly neighbourhood appeal. You can appear to be miles away from civilisation in your own private paradise yet are only minutes to local shops, cafes, post office and all the iconic attractions of The Dandenong Ranges. You are also less than a five-minute drive to both Mt Dandenong Primary School and Pre-School or a few minutes down the mountain to all the conveniences of Montrose. Meander down the road to Kalorama Park and enjoy a picnic in the stunning grounds or enjoy brunch at Destiny Point. You are also a short stroll to the #788 bus with access to Upper Ferntree Gully and Croydon Station. Don’t delay. Enquire today.
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Elliot was awesome. We were late with our offer but he still helped us get the house of our dreams. Above all he was honest and contactable, something that's sadly missing these days.
