“Oakwood” Turnkey Mid-Century Masterpiece on a Flat Sunny Acre on Sherbrooke’s Golden Mile

Description

Settled on a glorious flat and sunny acre with Sherbrooke Road frontage, this masterfully renovated mid-century residence with designer looks delivers a turnkey lifestyle of relaxed comfort and class. On Sherbrooke's Golden Mile set amid stunning European gardens imbued with century old oak trees, lies this superb family playground. Every season tells a story at “Oakwood” whether its cosy nights in by the wood fire, poolside summers, autumn by the firepit or the breathtaking garden glory that spring brings.

A maple-lined no-through road creates an esteemed sense of country enchantment as you enter this graceful property accented by the vibrant hues of the maples, elms, oaks, birches, cedars and deciduous plantings that adorn the landscape. Intimate and cosy in the colder months when the north facing sun stamps its warmth yet open and sunny when you crave alfresco allure – this is a home to enjoy year-round.

Natural light floods the open plan heart via clerestory windows highlighted by a showstopping kitchen serving up swathes of sunlight that bounces off its Caesarstone waterfall benchtops. Adorned with high end appliances including black granite Franke sink, Bosch dishwasher and a stunning Belling Richmond Deluxe cooker, you can also enjoy conversations over a platter at the grand breakfast island.

A living/meals zone is a beautiful calming space with an effortless connection to the outdoors that’s equally suitable for everyday living or entertaining. One of life’s simple pleasure’s – an ambient wood fire can also be enjoyed here. Additionally, a comfortable lounge nestled at the entrance retains its heritage allure via the original stone fireplace with gas log fire - a cosy space to unwind.

You'll find four comfortable bedrooms tucked away with sash windows, picture rails and bespoke wardrobe handles adding to the allure along with Nobo heaters. A family bathroom delivers luxe style and simplicity with floor to ceiling tiles, rainshower and deep soak bath and the heads of the house can enjoy their own private retreat with equally luxurious ensuite with heated flooring and walk-in robe. Rounding off the interior is a home office hub concealed via a chic barn door.

Glass double doors open to an outdoor oasis with both covered and open-air alfresco spaces to relax, dine and unwind backdropped by the shimmering stone-framed inground swimming pool, steamy spa and luscious gardens. With touches of Palm Springs-style luxe, here you can entertain year-round on the lavish alfresco deck with gas plumbed BBQ or simply embrace the quietude of your private retreat. Picnic on your own grounds under the shade of the Atlas cedar, collect fresh eggs from the chickens or meander the pathways taking in the garden glory and birdsong. It’s a lifestyle like no other.

At a Glance:

• Comprehensively renovated 1950s home nestled on a rare flat, sunny acre block (the only acre in the street) in an esteemed no-through road.
• Situated on a corner allotment of approximately 4071m2 with Sherbrooke Road frontage.
• Original character via extensive stonework, sash windows, picture rails and fireplace.
• Secure automatic gates with a code and bell leading to a circular drive that sweeps to a double garage flanked by storage rooms plus storage in the roof.
• Loads of off-street parking for cars/caravans/boats/trailers.
• 100% wool carpet.
• Traditional English deciduous gardens full of camelias, rhododendrons, hydrangeas and bulbs that change throughout the seasons.
• 13kw solar inverter system.
• Bosch high flow gas hot water system.
• Generator switch to mains power.
• Salt chlorinated, solar heated inground pool plus natural mineral spa.
• Chicken coop.
• Reverse cycle air conditioning plus fans for seasonal comfort.
• Rainwater tanks.

Location Highlights:

• In the heart of the Sherbrooke Forest where landmark properties such as Burnham Beeches, Poets Lane and Selsden Park reside.
• Next door to “Mawarra” c.1932 recognised as the most famous surviving example by renowned garden designer Edna Walling.
• Walking distance to George Tindale Gardens, Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens, Marybrooke Manor, Poet’s Lane Receptions and Woods Receptions.
• 10-minute drive from the Upper Gully station.
• #694 bus stop out the front.
• Walking to Proserpina Bakehouse, or a 2 minute drive to Kallista Deli.
• Sherbrooke forest walks on the doorstep.

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