Set among 1.25 acres (approx.) of glorious mature gardens planted more than half a century ago to assuage a young newlywed’s homesickness for her native England, Gumboot Lodge offers an idyllic holiday or permanent lifestyle moments from leading hinterland wineries, restaurants and attractions.

Superbly private and blessed with lovely views across a borrowed rural vista to Western Port, the Nobbies and Seal Rocks, the appealing three-bedroom brick home has been sympathetically extended over the years to meet the needs of a growing family.

Today, the home incorporates a spacious second floor rumpus/games room and charming all-weather alfresco room cleverly constructed over a vast 60,000L underground water tank.

Beyond a traditional entry hall anchored by highly-polished Jarrah boards, an elegant formal lounge and dining room enjoys the warmth and ambiance of an open fireplace, while a pretty window seat overlooking the garden offers useful extra storage.

An intimate family room complete with copper-canopied wood heater sits adjacent to the pristine kitchen equipped with quality appliances and a walk-in pantry, while windows above the sink frame a lovely view of Seal Rocks and act as a servery to the alfresco room.

The master bedroom has a large walk-in robe and ensuite, while two generous double bedrooms share a bright family bathroom and separate powder room.

Outside, a circular drive sweeps around manicured lawns and mature trees including a magnificent pin oak, silver birches and a peppercorn tree, while to the rear a large fully-fenced kitchen garden complete with glasshouse will ensure the freshest homegrown produce and a flying start for your seedlings.

Extras include multiple wood heaters, zoned reverse-cycle airconditioning, security system, under stair wine cellar and a triple garage.