Serenaded by nature and beautiful garden retreats including a lagoon like swimming pool, this picturesque single-level north-facing four bedroom, two bathroom plus home office residence, crafted from mud brick and local stone, covers 5 private acres (approx.) just a short distance from Balnarring township.
Cleverly designed in two linked north-facing pavilions with children or guests enjoying their own spacious pod, the home is unique in both design and finish. Banks of glazing including a glass gallery walkway connecting the two pavilions, tranquil bush views from every room and the artistic use of stone and timber create memorable surroundings for family living and entertaining.
The main pavilion hosts an expansive north-facing open-plan living and dining domain with sandstone tile flooring, a stunning window wall overlooking and opening to the poolside entertaining terrace, wood combustion fireplace and split system heating and air conditioning. Integrated into the space is a well-appointed timber kitchen with a Bosch oven, dishwasher and induction cooktop. A large study also resides in this wing as well as the tranquil main bedroom suite with ensuite.
The second pavilion is staged around a superb living room with a vaulted timber ceiling, grand fireplace wrapped in floor-to-ceiling stone and access to the terrace. Three further bedrooms, two with built-in robes and one with garden access, are at home here alongside a spacious modern bathroom with a spa bath overlooking the garden, separate shower and French laundry.
Alive with the sounds of birdlife, the property includes a billabong, double garage, double carport, large equipment and tool shed, 20,000 litres of water storage in addition to a bore with electric pump, diesel pump automatic fire sprinkler, petrol pump driven garden sprinkler system, farm style fencing and satellite dish. There is even a chook house for your daily egg supply and a vegetable garden to keep your fridge filled with fresh produce.
Totally secluded in nature and accessible within an hour's drive of Melbourne, "Midhurst" has a memorable and irreplaceable ambience that makes this country meets the coast estate completely unique. Leave the property and you are just a few minutes' drive to Balnarring Village and all its wonderful treasures including Le Bouchon, Fontalina, specialty shops, cafes and supermarket. The primary school is close by so too the areas many beaches, wineries, golf courses, day spas, farm gates and the townships of Mornington, Mount Martha, Merricks and Red Hill.
