Contemporary showpiece, picturesque outlook
Architect inspired and custom built by the current owners, this stunning residence is truly one of a kind.
Located on an expansive 2,000m2 allotment (a half acre) in the sleepy hamlet of Rokeby, the property enjoys a quiet semi-rural setting with picturesque views across surrounding farmland and a large lake whilst only ten minutes drive from Warragul.
A spacious flexible layout features five bedrooms, two bathrooms, two powder rooms, designer kitchen, huge open plan living area, theatre room, home office or playroom, well appointed laundry and an oversized double garage with an adjoining workshop/home gym.
Across the rear and capitalising on the wonderful outlook is a large sheltered alfresco.
The exterior is clad in BGC Duratex, a durable and low maintenance wall cladding material which has the look of Japanese charred timber.
Inside, the contemporary vibe continues with a colour palette of moody greys juxtaposed with hybrid timber flooring and a recycled brick feature wall.
Natural light floods the interior and enhances the feeling of space.
Pivotal to the plan is the central living area and kitchen with a soaring cathedral ceiling, square set cornices and expansive glazing linking to the alfresco and framing the views.
Highly functional, the kitchen features Italian stone countertops, dark grey cabinetry with brushed brass hardware and a large window above the sink overlooking the nearby reserve.
An Electrolux 900mm cooker with induction cooktop, rangehood, Westinghouse dishwasher, island bench and a generous walk-in pantry are further highlights.
Adjacent to the living area is the theatre or additional living room.
The main bedroom suite, guest bedroom, powder room, double linen press and the access to the garage are located in the west wing.
Spacious, with gorgeous views and direct access to the alfresco, the main bedroom is a private retreat with a beautifully styled ensuite featuring large matte grey tiling, brushed brass tapware,. stone topped vanity unit with dual basins, oversized walk-in shower, teardrop bath and a separate toilet.
The generous walk-in robe can be accessed from either the ensuite or bedroom, a convenient design feature.
From the central living area, a glass barn styled door leads to the eastern wing of the layout which accommodates the remaining three bedrooms, all with inbuilt robes, family bathroom, second powder room, home office, walk-in linen closet and the laundry with an abundance of inbuilt storage.
Similar decor to the ensuite is found in the bathroom with a lighter choice of tiling, large floating vanity unit, frameless shower and a back to wall bath.
Ducted air conditioning, double glazing, luxurious carpets in the bedrooms, home office and theatre room, LED downlights and fitted roller blinds are further inclusions.
The gardens are mainly lawn with low maintenance garden beds across the front of the home and native plantings along the boundary fence. With its striking contemporary aesthetics, spacious layout and captivating setting, this property is certain to capture your imagination. For additional information or to book a personal inspection contact the marketing agent Harcourts Collective on 5622 3333, Natalie Hodge 0413 213 018 or Grant Johnson on 0427 295 622.
Number 1001 Brandy Creek Road Rokeby is priced in the range $1,495,000 to $1,545,000
Gainsborough, 907 Bona Vista Road
Harcourts Warragul is excited to offer 907 Bona Vista Road, Gainsborough to the market. This grand 5-acre property has long been admired in the region for its picture-perfect presentation and the idyllic country lifestyle it offers. The property features a timeless double story custom built home, shedding, paddocks and horse facilities.
Longwarry, 35 White Street
Investment or land banking opportunity of approx. 32 acres of fertile flat land situated midway between the M1 freeway and the township of Longwarry. Featuring a comfortable 3 bedroom weatherboard home with sundry shedding and a terrific water supply for stock, this property may suit a variety of farming pursuits.
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Combining quality upgrades and a thoughtful layout in a quiet court location, this stylish modern home in Drouin has everything covered for today’s modern family.
Generous indoor/outdoor living areas cater for the everyday and entertaining with the well appointed kitchen central to the design.
Four bedrooms, two bathrooms, powder room and a double garage with internal access are also included in the layout.
The home is positioned on a 798m2 allotment, securely fenced with gated entry and terraced at the rear for easy maintenance. There is also potential rear access for additional off-street parking and vehicle storage.
Appealing from the street, the home is entered via a timber walkway.
Inside, high ceilings, tall doorways and a fresh coat of paint give the interior a fresh and airy ambience.
Oak laminate flooring lines the entry hall and continues through to the kitchen and family living area.
Either side of the entrance are the formal sitting room and main bedroom with a fitted walk-in robe and ensuite.
Social hub of the home is the kitchen and family living area with glass stacking doors to a covered alfresco, adjoining concrete patio and a barbeque shelter with an inbuilt BBQ, stone feature wall and servery.
The all white kitchen features stone topped cabinetry and a glass splashback teamed with a five burner gas hob, 900mm underbench oven and a dishwasher.
Double doors reveal a fabulous butler’s pantry complete with a sink, servery window to the alfresco and direct access to the garage.
Adjacent to the kitchen is the laundry with a double plus a walk-in linen closet.
Adjoining the family room is the third living area/children’s retreat, the three secondary bedrooms, family bathroom and the powder room.
Two of these bedrooms feature walk-in robes, the remaining has twin robes and there is an inbuilt desk and drawers in the children’s retreat.
The ensuite, family bathroom and powder room have stone topped vanity units, the ensuite includes an oversized shower and the bathroom has a deep bath.
Ducted gas heating and inbuilt cupboards in the garage are further inclusions.
Conveniently located, the property is within walking distance of St Ita’s Primary School, parkland and less than five minutes drive from the CBD and train station.
With its quality extras, spacious layout and family friendly location, number 17 Orchard Court Drouin could be your next step up on the property ladder.
For additional information or to arrange a private inspection contact Dale Atkin from Ray White Drouin on 5625 1033 or 0402 717 891.
For sale in the range $710,000 to $780,000.
Lifestyle jewel in picturesque setting
Surrounded by picturesque Thorpdale countryside, this approximately one acre elevated property is a unique opportunity to enjoy the serenity of rural living without the hassle of maintaining a farm.
The hamlet of Thorpdale, only three kilometres away, is a friendly welcoming community with a bakery, general store, hotel and sporting facilities, whilst Trafalgar and the freeway is 16 kilometres.
Further afield, Moe is a 25 minute drive.
Nestled amidst a beautiful garden of manicured lawn, ornamental shrubs and native and deciduous trees, the homestead has a country feel with its low profile and broad wrap around verandah.
Large windows throughout frame the
gorgeous outlook over the gardens, lush farmland and down to a huge dam on the neighbouring property, frequented by native birdlife, including the occasional pelican. Expanded and updated over time, the layout includes three generous sized bedrooms, spacious bathroom, two living areas, which are connected by French doors, updated kitchen, dining area, powder room and a utilities/mud room with storage.
The verandah extends to a sheltered alfresco, which can be accessed directly from the meals and living areas.
A bonus is the securely fenced in-ground, heated and salt chlorinated swim spa, a real treat for tired muscles or the exercise conscious.
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Modern designs
High ceilings and moulded cornices are a link to the past, polished Tasmanian oak flooring is a more recent update.
Refurbished within the last 12 months, the kitchen has a provincial feel with painted white timber cabinets and timber laminate benchtops teamed with a gas hob, electric under bench oven and a dishwasher.
The bathroom includes an oversized shower, corner spa bath, vanity, heat lamp and a toilet.
Split system air conditioners in both living areas, a solid fuel heater in the main living room, wall heaters in two of the bedrooms and ceiling fans throughout maintain year round climate comfort.
A 5kw solar unit together with a 400 litre solar/electric hot water service minimise energy costs.
Additional improvements include:
l Impressive timber gates and entry leading to a circular driveway for safe and easy access
l Post and rail fencing along the roadside
l Three vehicle carport with adjoining woodshed
l Lined and powered studio, a versatile space for an additional bedroom, home office or gym
l Approx 4.5m x 7.2m workshop with a concrete floor, power, work benches and a gas heater
l Approx, 6m x 9m high clearance shed with a concrete floor
Water is provided by two 22,500 litre poly tanks for household use plus a large concrete tank for the garden.
For the buyer seeking a self sufficient lifestyle, there is a hen house, fenced veggie plot, pumpkin patch, herb garden and a variety of fruit trees including assorted citrus, apples, stone fruit and cherries plus a thriving passionfruit and grape vine.
Combining a peaceful country setting, character home, fantastic shed storage and all within proximity of services, number 147 Chute Road, Thorpdale is an outstanding lifestyle opportunity.
Miranda Pike from Elders Delaney Livestock and Property is the marketing agent and will be delighted to assist with all enquiries.
Telephone Miranda on 5622 3800 or 0404 193 205.
Priced in the range $930,000 to $990,000.
Period home, large block, inner town address
In a quiet street, amongst well presented period homes and only a short stroll from the town centre, number 6 Windsor Avenue Warragul is a property bursting with potential.
The weatherboard home is positioned on a generous 839m2 allotment with a broad frontage of 20.8 metres, allowing the possibility for an extension, further development or subdivision (STCA).
Full of original features and with a warm, inviting ambience, the character home includes high ceilings, timber flooring, sash windows, fireplace with mantel and a high waisted front door with decorative leadlight, A stylish, modern kitchen with white cabinetry, black bench tops, gas hob, rangehood, electric oven and a dishwasher, is a more recent update.
From the covered front porch, a central hallway links three bedrooms, one with a gorgeous period fireplace, the bathroom with a timber vanity unit and a bath with overhead shower, plus the living room.
Across the rear is the kitchen and meals area, adjoining laundry and a separate toilet.
From the kitchen, sliding doors open to an elevated verandah which leads down to a large concrete terrace, deck and gazebo, ideal for a summer meal with lovely views through the trees across to the Strzelecki Ranges.
Ducted gas heating, a split system air conditioner and ceiling fan in the kitchen and meals area, inbuilt robes in the main bedroom and a linen press outside the bathroom are further inclusions.
An oversized double garage caters for vehicle storage and there is ample off street visitor parking.
Super convenient to the shops, cafes and only minutes from Civic Park, Arts Centre, Warragul Primary School and Central Clinic, the prized location is hard to beat.
For the renovator, developer or the buyer looking for a solid real estate investment, this is a property you will need to act quickly to avoid disappointment.
For additional information or to book a personal viewing contact Clare Rocke from OBrien Real Estate Clark on 5623 6466 or 0400 445 886.
Number 6 Windsor Avenue Warragul is offered for sale in the price range $550,000 to $585,000.
Historic urban haven with boundless possibilities
Less than two kilometres from the centre of Drouin, V/Line station and three kilometres from the freeway, this unique property is an inspiring offering to the real estate market.
Positioned on a huge 8,928m2 allotment (approx. 2.2 acres), the enchanting three bedroom homestead is a private haven amongst a botanical sanctuary of ancient trees and flowering shrubs.
Zoned General Residential 1, with all services available and consisting of two titles, the potential for subdivision, redevelopment or a home based business (all STCA) is unlimited.
Now known as ‘Wattlebird’, the property was formerly one of the McNeilly pioneer family holdings and the residence, built circa 1901, was relocated from its original site near the corner of Albert and McNeilly Roads.
Updated and extended over time, the home is a sympathetic blend of old world elements and essential modern comforts.
High ceilings, Baltic pine flooring, lining boards, sash windows and fireplaces are some of the original endearing features. Leadlight transoms above the front and side doors are also a nod to the past.
Typical of the era, a central hallway connects the three bedrooms, two with inbuilt robes, formal sitting room and the bathroom with a crafted blackwood vanity unit, mirrored shaving cabinet, shower and a separate toilet.
One of the loveliest rooms in the house is the sitting room with a box bay window, picture rails and a cosy inbuilt gas log fire.
An extension in recent times has created a second living and meals area, study and the kitchen, beautifully appointed with blackwood cabinetry and benchtops, stainless steel splashback and a corner step-in pantry.
Pride of place is the impressive black Falcon multi oven cooker set into the fireplace with overhead mantel.
A small appliance cupboard and a new AEG dishwasher are further inclusions. From the living area there are two outside access points, one to the wrap around verandah and the second to a covered brick paved patio at the rear.
An inbuilt solid fuel heater and reverse cycle air conditioner in the rear extension, carpets in the sitting room and bedrooms, window coverings and period light fittings are also features.
In addition to the main residence, there is a quaint one bedroom cottage comprising a kitchenette/diner and a combined bathroom/ laundry with a shower, toilet, hand basin and a tub.
This would be ideal for extended family, an older child wanting their own space, visitors or even an Airbnb.
Additional improvements include:
l Double carport
l Workshop with power and a concrete floor
l Coolroom
l Lockup storage shed with lean-to
l Greenhouse - currently used as a chicken run
l Veggie beds and fruit trees, including a variety of citrus and stone fruits, providing home grown produce.
Whether you are looking for a private urban haven or have bigger plans in mind, this intriguing property awaits the next chapter.
Number 18 Main Neerim Road Drouin is for sale by ‘Expressions of Interest’, closing on Tuesday, 17th September 2024. For all enquiries or to arrange a private viewing contact Shane Candappa from Candappa First National Real Estate on 1300 DROUIN or 0419 518 321.
