They say children tell it like it is . so when a pint-sized visitor came to play at 49 Marland Street and exclaimed ‘your house looks like a resort,’ she certainly summed it up!

High on the hill with panoramic views and a breezy treetop vista, it’s easy to see why visitors of all ages feel like they are escaping the everyday . and the best thing is that you have the chance to live the dream all year long.

This exquisitely renovated, architecturally-designed home for all seasons includes:

* Four bedrooms and three indulgent bathrooms, including privacy for guests and the ultimate in separation for parents;
* Extensive entertaining areas with easy flow, versatility and function, serviced by a centrally-located, lime-washed Tasmanian Oak kitchen with abundant cupboard space and stainless steel European appliances;
* Storage galore including two linen cupboards, garage, space under the stairs and a massive undercroft ideal for wine cellaring.

This immaculately presented property sits high at the end of a long driveway with a remote double garage boasting internal house access, workbench with a handy door outside, plus a waterproof carport and enough space for six cars.

Inside through the impressive double timber doors are large, newly-laid glossy tiles which invite you through to the versatile first space — with its stunning exposed timber beams, picture a formal lounge, home cinema or multimedia room. Because it opens out to a wide front verandah, it would be a perfect place for a pool table or noisy teenage game zone with a fourth bedroom downstairs, offering a great self-contained option for guests or even a private study with an adjacent, contemporary new laundry and bathroom.

School shoes, footy boots and work stilettos are easily tucked away in a long cupboard under the stairs, and grab yourself a bottle of wine from the undercroft cellar as you head upstairs and breathe a sigh of relief that you are home.

With its soaring, lime-washed cathedral ceilings, picture window and doors leading out to the front deck, living in your lounge and dining room will feel like escaping to a Swiss chalet in winter with its combustion fireplace and treetop views over the flowering Poinciana.

In summer, flick on the reverse-cycle air-conditioning or simply let the breezes flow through the kitchen, large family room with handy built-in cabinetry and hard-wearing bamboo flooring, out to the large, paved rear covered patio and saltwater pool.

Framed by easy-care, drought-tolerant gardens, the lush level lawn outside is ideal for the kids’ swing set while Mum and Dad take a moment to relax on the sun deck.

Back inside, it’s the central kitchen that provides the perfect vantage point to oversee children and guests alike. A large Blanco oven with separate grill, Bosch dishwasher and ceramic cooktop ensure cakes and canapes are at their best, while abundant storage and thoughtful features like an everyday storage cupboard help bring out the chef in every home cook.

Upstairs, all three bedrooms are air conditioned with abundant storage, with the first two enjoying a handy nearby bathroom with stunning floor-to-ceiling tiles.

The main bedroom is privately positioned past a study nook at the top of the stairs, boasting a walk-in robe with extensive storage, ensuite with a deep bath and resort-style sliding plantation shutters, all opening out to a private balcony overlooking Flinders Peak where few could resist the chance to enjoy a twilight cocktail and watch the sun set over the mountains.

And there are other added benefits including:
* Dual water tanks;
* Easy walk to city and school buses, shops, parkland and river;
* Whirly gig to help keep house cool;
* Crimsafe screens, doors and security throughout; and
* Massive 1009sqm block, friendly neighbours and abundant storage including external access to the undercroft storage area, perfect for gardening equipment.

With the owners moving closer to family, now is your chance to live like you are on holidays 365 days a year.

Contact Toni McHugh, 1800 200 100.

A copy of the Sustainability Declaration is held by the AGENCY.