Travel the long sweeping driveway and observe beautiful "Strathmile" unfold. This incredible lifestyle property, once part of a significant Barrabool grazing property, "Strathlachlan Estate", comprises 154 acres - 62ha (approx.) A superb property providing a quality residence with recently completed high end renovation offering magnificent views from most rooms. Just 6 minutes to the ring road and under an hour approx to Melbourne. At 10 minutes to Highton Village shopping centre and 20 minutes Geelong approx the rural - urban interface is sublime!
The land sits in the heart of the highly sought after and well held Barrabool Hills. Divided into 14 paddocks featuring prime heavy carrying, gently undulating well draining soils suitable for cattle grazing and all agricultural pursuits offering Primary Producer status with substantial tax benefits.
The home has been designed to harness the views and showcases solid spotted gum floors, polished concrete surfaces and luxurious bathrooms with in - floor heating and heated towel rails. The kitchen/living hub is outstanding with large picture windows framing the breathtaking patchwork of rolling hills and Mount Moriac. The quality kitchen features all mod cons, in particular a magnificent 90cm Falcon pyrolytic oven, surrounded by modern soft-close cabinetry and a large walk-in pantry. The considered design links the pantry and laundry for total domestic convenience.
Bespoke storage systems demarcate the living area and include a state of the art Stovax slow combustion fireplace and dining is proportioned for family and friends. Bi-fold glazing leads to an impressive north-facing deck and gazebo. The expansive lounge features a cozy Nectre wood burner and flows through French doors to an east-facing veranda, formal garden and kitchen garden.
The master's wing is a contemporary pavilion with exquisite en suite, split system and extraordinary rural views! Three further BRs and an office share another dreamy bathroom.
In addition, 2 x 1-bedroom en suite studios (each with kitchenette) are suitable for B&B accommodation, family and friends or professional workspace.
Ducted heating, evaporative cooling and a 6-panel solar array.
External features; garage with storeroom, massive machinery shed (22x18m approx.) incorporating a 2-stand shearing shed, 2nd shed (19x9m approx.) ideal for stables, cattle yards and menage (60x20m approx.) Bore water. 5 dams. 80,000L approx. rainwater storage services the home.
Expressions of Interest Closing: Thursday 28th of April at 5:00pm