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Given an impeccable transformation, it's hard to imagine improving on this a graceful family haven framed by rural vistas and its own established garden estate across some 1.2 acres.
Turning into the circular driveway is reason enough to pause. Towering gums, mature oaks and a century-old redgum front fence introduce a property rich in history, while the gardens unfold with a pool, feature pond, stone-lined winter creek, custom Monet-inspired footbridge and gazebo among sweeping lawns and layered plantings.
Custom built in 1997, the north-facing home was thoughtfully designed around its gardens and climate, with wide verandahs, French doors and considered orientation capturing winter sun while providing shade through summer. Following a recent transformation, the four-bedroom residence now blends the freshness of a newbuild with the scale and grace of a rural homestead, with plush new carpets, two beautifully renovated bathrooms and high ceilings throughout.
Double entry doors reveal a floorplan of wings; voluminous open-plan living at one end facing the pool and grounds and a substantial accommodation wing at the other.
The north-facing primary suite enjoys garden outlooks, French doors to the verandah and a beautifully refreshed ensuite with corner spa. Three further generous bedrooms sit alongside the family bathroom, finished with new joinery and VJ-cladding.
Taking a traditional stance, the monochromatic kitchen hosts the living and entertaining end with granite benchtops, a huge walk-in pantry and phenomenal garden outlooks from the sink. Beyond, French-laid stone creates an up-lit terrace made for brunch, pool parties and cocktails.
The gardens themselves are a remarkable achievement, lovingly established from a bare paddock over almost three decades. A 91,000-litre underground rainwater tank and bore support the extensive lawns and plantings, while considered mulching keeps maintenance surprisingly manageable.
For serious utility and family cars, a side-by-side double carport provides ample parking and turning space, with a practical tiled and fully lined storeroom beyond.
Steeped in local history, the land was once part of a larger property established in the mid-1800s, with many of the significant trees still standing today. St James Church, one of South Australia's oldest, sits nearby on the hill.
With Littlehampton's cafés and conveniences close by, easy access to Mount Barker and the freeway, and Adelaide barely 40 minutes away, this is the faraway fantasy made wonderfully accessible.
Bound by bigger blocks, paddocks and vineyards, Blakiston delivers rare breathing space and a beautifully established garden estate in which to enjoy it.
More aspects to love:
Rendered and renovated modern homestead on 1.2 acres approx.
Fully tiled pool
French-laid stone paving and accent garden lighting
Sweeping formal grounds with a feature pond, footbridge, winter creek and gazebo
High hedged perimeter privacy
Serene paddock vistas
Stunning pool and garden views from the granite-swathed entertainer's kitchen
External French doors to most main rooms
Two newly renovated bathrooms
New carpets to all bedrooms
Ambient gas log fire to living zone
Bore water irrigation
Moments from Nairne, Littlehampton and Mount Barker
Easy minutes to Littlehampton Primary and Cornerstone College
Coppins Bush Reserve, The Glebe Dog Park and Howards Vineyard.
Specifications:
CT / 5280/684
Council / Mount Barker
Zoning / RUL
Built / 1997
Land / 5000m2 (approx)
Council Rates / $3,664.25pa
Emergency Services Levy / $122.90pa
SA Water / $88pq
Estimated rental assessment / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / Littlehampton P.S, Nairne School - Preschool and Primary, Mount Barker P.S, Mount Barker H.S
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal and financial advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts. RLA | 343103
