This wonderful home and property are a dream brought to life! Situated on 22.73 acres of fertile land with serene country views and picturesque seasonal creeks. Within a 2.5 acre house yard, is the most divine colonial style homestead; a replica of a western district early pastoralists home.

As you browse through the pictures or wander through the property you will very quickly become aware that this home is all about indulging in beauty and lifestyle, but don’t be fooled, this property is also very much about sustainable and self sufficient living with everything you can imagine home-grown and a 3kw solar system with a great 66 cent tariff till 2024, not to mention the solar passive north facing aspect.

Upon entry to this property a sweeping driveway leads you up to a roundabout giving you an opportunity to take in the unmistakable colonial homestead features such as brick stairs under a gabled portico which opens to a wide bullnose return verandah with balustrading. So beautifully done you will wonder at its age, and although it is timeless in appearance, the house was built in the 1980′s from century old handmade bricks and colonial sash windows.

There are many other features reminiscent of the colonial homestead style in perfect measure; to please, but not overwhelm your senses, such as a bay window, nine foot ceilings, Tasmanian Oak polished floors, handmade brick feature walls and a stunning bluestone fireplace. Also extra storage space is available behind gorgeous timber cabinetry and hidden beneath a window seat.

The sensible floorplan offers three bedrooms each with built-in -robes and ceiling fans, the main also with a walk-in -robe and three piece ensuite, a separate toilet and three piece bathroom services all but the main bedroom, a formal dining room, sitting room, plus a large open plan kitchen and living room.

The beauty of the kitchen is undeniable with its custom built cherry wood bench, redgum breakfast bar, timber panel cabinetry, granite preparation area, Stainless steel Bosch oven and dishwasher and induction cooktop.

A Nectre wood heater and reverse cycle split systems will ensure your comfort. As well as assisting in energy efficiency and being supremely functional as buffer against the weather, the verandahs provide a lovely vantage point from which you and yours can enjoy a drink and take in the beautiful gardens and the rural backdrop. A huge paved undercover entraining area is also ideal for alfresco entertaining.

Rabbit proof fencing provides a secure yard perfect for kids and pets with a basketball court, a terrific chook house and run that leads into a large covered bird proof orchard for fresh fruit and fresh eggs, then there is the big veggie patch for more fresh produce.

The garden contains a vast array of low maintenance plants and mature trees, its meandering paths have many sitting areas and a great variety of birds visit the garden and neighbouring forest. Also in the yard a third toilet is off the traditional separate wash-house, plus a very pretty brick bungalow bursting with character is currently used as a workshop, however with a few modifications would make an ideal artist studio, bungalow, teenagers retreat, games room or possible guest accommodation such as air BandB etc.

This peaceful location is not only in a good neighbourhood but also offers the perfect mix of cleared land and treed areas with lots of interesting points to explore, making it the ultimate adventure playground for kids and adults alike. Also for more enjoyment, the property adjoins Lyell State Forest from which you can enjoy mountain bike riding, numerous walking trails, horseback riding and bird watching. An additional 10 acre treed block attached to the property is available for lease to the new owners.

Abundant water is provided by three tanks and 3 dams; a large main dam with a pressure pump that gets great catchment from the forest which is the head water for Native Gully Creek, and two smaller dams, one of which is part of a billabong near the driveway.

The property is ideally situated only 500m off a sealed road in the picturesque suburb of Eppalock, only 8 minutes from the heart of Strathfieldsaye which can satisfy almost all of your needs with an IGA supermarket, bakery, private and public schools, medical practice, chemist, dentist, veterinary clinic, plus an array of specialty shops, great sporting facilities, and the ever popular Braidies Tavern. School bus pick up is available within easy walking distance.

For anything else its just a quick 20 minute trip to Bendigo’s CBD where you can enjoy an excellent caf culture and Bendigo’s arts and crafts. Perhaps visit nearby Lake Eppalock to go sailing, water-skiing or fishing, or take advantage of a very easy commute to the Melbourne fringe or Tullamarine airport in around 90 minutes.

Call today to arrange an inspection of this sensational property!