A rare offering of exceptional character and enduring beauty, this is a truly unique limestone residence set amidst approximately 1.4 acres of exquisitely established gardens. Enveloped by flourishing fruit and nut trees, rare botanical plantings, and abundant birdlife, this fully fenced sanctuary delivers an enviable lifestyle immersed in nature, privacy, and tranquillity.
Rich in heritage-inspired charm and thoughtfully curated throughout, the residence seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with contemporary comfort. Soaring ceilings, substantial 8-inch skirting boards, reclaimed architectural elements and hand-cut Victorian Ash parquetry flooring speak to the home's remarkable attention to detail and enduring quality.
At its heart, the beautifully appointed kitchen has been designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, showcasing stone benchtops, bespoke Blackwood cabinetry, premium Smeg appliances and a generous walk-in pantry. The decorative stone fireplace centres the living spaces surrounding it.
Accommodation comprises three spacious bedrooms, each with built-in robes and garden outlooks, offering a serene retreat within this captivating setting. The elegant bathroom evokes a sense of understated luxury, featuring a classic claw-foot bath and separate shower.
A remarkable glasshouse pavilion provides an extraordinary extension of the home, thoughtfully appointed with its own kitchen featuring stone benchtops and induction cooking, polished concrete flooring, double glazing, and heating and cooling for year-round enjoyment. An adjoining outdoor shower and powder room further enhance its versatility.
Complementing the residence is a separate studio retreat, ideal as a private home office, artist’s workspace, or wellness sanctuary, complete with dual split-system units ensuring comfort in every season.
Outdoor living has been designed to embrace the beauty of the surrounding landscape, with a wraparound verandah, ambient fireplace and multiple entertaining terraces creating idyllic spaces for gathering, relaxing and unwinding.
Enhanced by an impressive suite of modern conveniences, the property includes solar power, automated gated entry, mains gas-powered 8kVA backup generator, ducted heating, ducted vacuum, 5G connectivity and fibre-to-the-premises internet. A substantial garage, now transformed into a fully self-contained guest retreat complete with kitchen and bathroom, offers exceptional flexibility, while additional shedding and dual driveway access further elevate the property's functionality.
Nestled within a peaceful no-through road, with the iconic Puffing Billy Railway passing nearby, Doonaha enjoys a rare balance of seclusion and convenience, just moments from the vibrant villages of Cockatoo and Emerald.
A residence of this calibre, character and individuality is seldom offered—a remarkable lifestyle estate that must be experienced to be fully appreciated.
Contact Mick Dolphin 0429 684 522 or Erin Davies 0494 175 410 to arrange a viewing of ‘Doonaha’.
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