There are homes with character, and then there are properties with a story woven into the very fabric of the district. Set across approximately 6.8 picturesque acres, 157 Eramosa Road East is a truly remarkable piece of Somerville's history. Beautifully transformed through extensive renovations and a thoughtfully designed extension, this five-bedroom, three-bathroom residence offers an extraordinary blend of historic charm, modern comfort and country lifestyle.
Behind its captivating character-filled façade, high ceilings, generous proportions and beautiful original features create a wonderful sense of warmth throughout. Expansive living zones provide exceptional space for family life, while a formal dining room and multiple areas to relax and entertain ensure there is room for every occasion.
At the heart of the home, a stunning brand-new kitchen brings contemporary functionality to this historic setting. Five generous bedrooms provide exceptional accommodation, including two bedrooms with their own ensuites, while two bedrooms feature beautiful open fireplaces a rare and romantic reminder of the home's remarkable past.
Outside, the magic continues.
Picture-perfect established gardens surround the residence, creating a peaceful and private setting that feels worlds away from everyday life. An outdoor bath invites long, relaxing afternoons beneath the sky, while the charming potting shed offers a wonderful space to create. The substantial barn-style shedding is another standout feature, providing endless possibilities for vehicles, equipment, lifestyle or a business requiring serious storage.
A true lifestyle property, with large carparking areas, impressive brick driveway, motorcross track, lake for fishing, mechanics pit for the car enthusiast and well fenced paddocks for the budding hobby farmer. The property has town water and gas connections.
But it is the history behind these acres that makes this offering truly special.
The property forms part of the historic holdings of the Shepherd family, pioneers of Somerville's horticultural industry and among the earliest families to establish orchards in the district.
The family cultivated the celebrated "Shepherd's Perfection" apple, and today, two of these historic apple trees have been reintroduced to the property - a beautiful connection between its past and present.
With only four families believed to have owned the home throughout its lifetime, this is an opportunity to become the next custodian of something genuinely rare.
A place where history sits quietly amongst the gardens, where old-world character has been beautifully enhanced for modern family living, and where 6.8 acres offer space, privacy and the freedom to create your own lifestyle.
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