An Exceptional Country Estate in the Heart of Hesket
Located on the sunny northern slopes of Mount Macedon in the tightly held community of Hesket, Willowbend encompasses approximately 50 acres of quality grazing, established gardens and native bushland with sweeping views towards the Cobaw Ranges.
A beautifully private and remarkably diverse country estate, Willowbend offers a rare opportunity to own your own little piece of paradise in this exclusive pocket of the Macedon Ranges.
A winding driveway meanders beneath mature trees, through magnificent gardens and across Garden Hut Creek before revealing the gracious homestead in its idyllic setting.
The substantial 39-square residence has been designed to embrace its surroundings, with expansive windows capturing garden and rural views from almost every room. High ceilings, abundant natural light and generous proportions create an immediate sense of understated elegance. Extensively renovated in recent years, the home feels both refined and welcoming, equally suited to relaxed family life and entertaining on a larger scale.
Accommodation comprises four bedrooms, including two with ensuites, a generous main bathroom with double shower and stone bath, and two powder rooms. A substantial internal studio provides exceptional flexibility as an additional living space, home office, workshop or private retreat.
At the heart of the home, the beautifully appointed kitchen features a 110cm Falcon Nexus oven, premium Miele appliances and custom joinery. A bespoke built-in bar with Vintec wine fridges adds another layer to the home's entertaining credentials.
Multiple living spaces each have their own character and outlook. A Coonara wood fire brings warmth to the main living room, while the adjoining lounge centres around a striking stone open fireplace, creating an inviting setting for dinner parties and evenings with family and friends.
Spotted gum flooring, quality wool carpets, full double glazing and bespoke kitchen and bathroom joinery reinforce the home's quality throughout. Gas ducted heating, reverse-cycle air conditioning and a gas log fire in the studio ensure year-round comfort.
Outside, Willowbend truly comes into its own. A beautifully positioned alfresco entertaining area sits beneath a magnificent Mount Fuji cherry tree. Beyond, the gardens open to an established orchard, veggie gardens, a tennis court with LED lighting and an in-ground trampoline, while the lake, pond and three dams bring an abundance of water. A double carport and additional off-street parking provide convenient accommodation for vehicles and visitors.
Established over generations, the gardens are a defining feature of Willowbend, with many trees and plants now 40 to 50 years old. Beautifully layered in the rich volcanic soil the region is famous for, they offer a changing display throughout the seasons while the surrounding bushland provides a natural sanctuary alive with diverse birdlife and wildlife.
For those with an equestrian interest, the substantial, renovated barn currently incorporates an expansive stable area, with the original layout readily adaptable to reinstate three individual stables. Additional facilities include brick flooring, a concreted tack and feed room, horse wash and hay storage. Grazing pasture looking out to the Cobaws is suited to horses, sheep, cattle and alpacas. Practical infrastructure includes three gated entrances from Hylands Road, three water tanks providing approximately 75,000 litres of storage, plumbed water to four paddocks, a four-stage water filtration system and a pressure-pumped dam water supply servicing the garden taps. A full-size dressage arena is also in place, offering an opportunity for restoration and future equestrian use.
Private, peaceful and deeply connected to its landscape, Willowbend offers a place to slow the pace, enjoy the changing seasons and embrace country life, while remaining within easy reach of the Macedon Ranges' much-loved villages, wineries, restaurants and cafés. For commuters, Melbourne is just approximately 60 minutes away by car or train from Woodend, with Melbourne Airport approximately 45 minutes by car.
Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable. While every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this marketing material, neither the agent nor the vendor makes any representation or warranty as to its accuracy. Interested parties should make their own enquiries and satisfy themselves as to all matters relating to the property, including measurements, boundaries, features, services, permits and suitability for their intended use. All measurements and areas are approximate.
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