1042 Mount Dandenong Tourist Road

There are homes with views and then there are homes that make you pause mid-sentence. Set across a layered acre with sweeping panoramas that stretch from the city skyline to Mt Macedon and across the Yarra Valley, this Montrose residence delivers that rare, on-top-of-the-world feeling. Treetops ripple below, sunsets perform nightly, and the horizon feels gloriously expansive. Designed across two generous levels, the layout is both spacious and remarkably adaptable, ideal for multigeneration living, Airbnb potential, or simply large and growing families who appreciate defined zones. Five spacious bedrooms plus a study or sixth bedroom, four bathrooms and powder room are thoughtfully arranged across three separate accommodation wings, allowing everyone their own retreat. One wing offers exceptional independence, with its own entrance, kitchen, living/meals space, and two bedrooms, both with ensuites. The master in this section features bay windows framing Yarra Valley views best enjoyed from under the covers. Close the door to this wing and it becomes a self-contained haven. At the heart of the home, the expansive open-plan meals and family domain revolves around a beautifully crafted Tasmanian Oak kitchen, complete with a curved breakfast bar, walk-in pantry and Miele stainless-steel appliances including a 900mm gas cooktop and double ovens. It's a space designed for everything from large-scale entertaining to the easy hum of weeknight dinners. Polished floors gleam underfoot, reflecting natural light as it shifts throughout the day, while those sweeping views remain ever present, providing a serene and constant backdrop to daily life. Downstairs, a vast rumpus or games room with wet bar provides yet another living zone, complemented by a second main-style bedroom with contemporary ensuite and walk-in robe, perfect for a parent retreat, teens, guests, or extended family. Outside, life expands beautifully. A freshly oiled wraparound timber deck offers a front-row seat to those breathtaking views, while an upper-level decked pool adds a splash of summer fun. Wander through citrus groves and fruit trees, past veggie beds and a chicken house, with roses, flowering cherry and dogwood adding seasonal colour. Wallabies and echidnas occasionally wander through, while birdsong provides the daily soundtrack. With gas ducted heating, evaporative cooling, solar panels, two 10,000L water tanks, generous garaging, carport and flat parking for boats or caravans, practicality keeps pace with beauty. All just moments from Montrose Village, schools, trails and the Dandenong Ranges, this is a lifestyle property where views, versatility and a little daily magic align. At a Glance: Layered acre (approx.) with panoramic views of city skyline, Mt Macedon and the Yarra Valley Five bedrooms plus study/sixth bedroom across three accommodation zones Self-contained wing with separate entrance, kitchenette, two bathrooms and two ensuite bedrooms Open-plan family/meals area with Tasmanian Oak kitchen and Miele appliances Massive rumpus/games room with wet bar Multiple living zones ideal for multigeneration living or Airbnb potential Wraparound freshly oiled timber deck with sweeping views Newly decked above-ground pool Citrus grove, fruit trees, veggie patch, chicken house and woodshed Solar panels and two 10,000L water tanks Gas ducted heating and evaporative cooling Huge double garage, single carport and flat parking pad for boats/caravans Close to Montrose Village, schools, playgrounds, trails and public transport Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition) Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal advice.