A Sublime Renovation in Private and Exclusive Locale on Half Acre

Description

A home of profound and timeless beauty, this prestige property’s revolutionary rebirth evokes elegance and grace across numerous indoor and outdoor settings. Impressive in scale, intimately quiet and offering complete privacy, the residence blends modern living, with an intrinsic sense of comfort and alluring 1930s character with the flowing floor plan imbuing a sense of opulence at every turn. Whatever your mood, this remarkable residence will effortlessly oblige whether it's quiet family time, large scale entertaining or hosting guests for a weekend of adventures in the magical Dandenong Ranges.

The home sits proudly in one of the area’s most exclusive streets, showcasing a distinguished façade, an electric-gated entry, hedged circular drive and beautifully sculpted gardens where modern entertaining dimensions spill from front to back.
Inside, designer interiors rejoice in lofty ceilings, pretty picture windows, French doors, rich timber floors and soul-soothing décor including a contemporary Dulux palette that come together to create an exquisite setting that unfolds across three stunning levels.
On the ground floor a rumpus zone with Quadra-Fire integrated wood-burning fireplace and window seat is accompanied by a dreamy bedroom lavishly sized with ornate fireplace ideal for guests or teens.
Ascend to a main level where a spectacular landing with show-stopping floor to ceiling window reveals a sublime family bathroom sumptuous in size and style and highlighted by a spa bath and leadlight accents.

Step through French doors to a cosy lounge/sitting room headlined by a grand open fireplace where fireside reading will become a winter favourite pastime.
Beyond, a lavish open plan domain reveals a spectacular sunroom where sunlit sophistication hosts family meals, movie nights, celebrations and more.
A truly spectacular culinary space, an adjoining gourmet kitchen is equipped with a combined Quartzite stone island bench and breakfast bar – a dazzling arena in which to create, socialise and entertain. A sweep of contemporary appliances include Falcon double oven and integrated Bosch dishwasher oblige and there’s a Butler’s pantry to keep life clutter free.
Maximising functionality, this level also encompasses an endearing library/home office space where your favourite chapters will become art pieces complemented by a lush and leafy outlook.

Step out to a sunny deck and lower paved terrace where outdoor entertaining does solitude or social superbly and a perfectly flat, manicured lawn is just right for child’s play or even a pool (STCA). A front garden of meandering paths framed by evergreen plantings is perfect for pottering in the sunshine or enjoying marshmallows and late-night chats around the firepit.

On the top floor is a peaceful three-bedroom wing comprising a master with chic ensuite, study/retreat nook, generous robes and a private Juliette balcony overlooking the gardens.
Ferny Creek Recreation Reserve and woodland playground is footsteps away and it’s a 5-minute stroll to renowned Proserpina Bakehouse for coffee and the best fresh bread in the hills.

More to Love:

• Four-bedroom plus home office/fifth bedroom, two-bathroom renovated home built in 1930.
• Half acre (1959m2) allotment with large expanses of flat lawns and beautiful established gardens.
• Double brick and stone construction.
• Character elements including ornate cornices and ceilings roses, leadlight, bevelled glass, and double hung sash picture windows.
• Lounge/sitting room with open fireplace, open plan family/meals plus rumpus with Quadra-Fire integrated wood-burning fireplace.
• Huge attic space.
• Enormous, pitched roof 2 car garage/workshop and separate one car garage.
• Split system air conditioning (main living zone and the three upstairs bedrooms) plus hydronic heating (underfloor in main living zone and study) and cast-iron radiators in hallways, lounge, rumpus, and guest room for seasonal comfort.
• Nest thermostats control the hydronic heating (two zones).
• Heated towel rails (connected to hydronic heating).
• Concealed cupboard for technology hub.
• Rinnai Deluxe Bathroom Controller.
• Electric gates and circular drive.
• Fire sprinkler system with pump connected to water tank.
• Wood stack.
• Only 5 km from Mt Dandenong and just 1.5 km from the centre of Sassafras village.
• 10-minute drive to Upper Ferntree Gully Train Station and to Puffing Billy Steam Train.


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