Only by inspection will you appreciate this extraordinary residence of generous proportions nestled on 6.47 hectares (approx.16 acres) in the heart of Clare. Being a short walk to Clare’s main street facilities the location is perfect.

Take a deep breath as you drive up top this eye-catching masterpiece. The home is in harmony with the natural bushland, sweeping lawns and gardens.
The downstairs formal entrance directs visitors to the magnificent timber staircase which links the upper and lower residence. An easterly facing leadlight feature displays beautiful radiant light as you traverse the staircase. Upstairs is there is a king-size master bedroom with an adjoining walk-in robe. There are brilliant views from the large picture windows overlooking the sweeping lawns, manicured gardens and treetops through to the Clare valley. The beautifully appointed en-suite has a deep relaxing bath, large shower alcove and to add to the ambience, beautiful leadlight. The second and third bedrooms both have similar views, the second bedroom with a built-in robe. A fabulous new kitchen featuring black granite bench-tops has state of the art new quality appliances, dishwasher, and plenty of cupboard and bench space. Fabulous new tiling throughout the kitchen and casual dining enables ease of cleaning. Adjoining is an extensive open plan dining/living area designed around a huge featured, central open fireplace with bluestone faade. Two sets of double doors lead to the balcony which can be opened up to enjoy fresh summer breezes or fully enclosed for winter warmth.
The second bathroom has floor to ceiling tiles, large shower alcove, designer vanity and toilet. A large functional laundry with linen press adjoins.

Downstairs
There is a most spacious slate floor living area, ideal for casual entertaining, with a special feature being massive solid jarrah doors which open to a huge wine cellar. The wine cellar is unique, featuring concave red brick ceiling and is plumbed for bar facilities. A feature of this living area is the exposed brick ceiling and large steel beam supporting the ceiling.
There are 3 further bedrooms, one a fantastic guest suite of generous proportions with full en-suite facilities. The other two bedrooms are doubles and also have their own shared bathroom with spa. Guests can be completely independent with full kitchen facilities and dining area downstairs as well.
The home also offers the following features:
Fully ducted R/C air-conditioning (upstairs)
Superb quality floor coverings and light fittings.
Bluestone faced walls with red brick quoins and lintels.
Extensive paths, landscaped gardens and lighting, sweeping lawns all on integrated watering system.
Synthetic grass tennis court
Serviced by over 20,000 gallon rainwater connected to house plus mains water connected
Huge steel framed workshop 18m x 9m , concrete floor , power , pit
Western red cedar window frames
Extensive use of leadlight throughout
Magnificent exposed oregon timber beams throughout
Broadband connected
Absolute privacy yet 5 minute walk to school, daycare and only 10 minutes walk to Clare’s main street

The construction phase of this extraordinary home took some 10 years during the first stage of construction. Materials were painstakingly collected by the owner builder who selected premium quality stone, timbers and leadlight features.

Such a grand home provides ample accommodation for the largest of families, giving complete independence for teenagers or stay at home older children if required.
As a home for entertaining friends, business associates or the largest of family gatherings the home has possibly no equal in the Clare Valley.
Your inspection is highly recommended.
Price guide $900,000-$990,000
Geoff Schell 0418842421