12 Mount Gisborne Road

Tucked behind a thickset hedge and introduced by a glorious formal front garden of high-stemmed roses, magnolias, and lush Palmetto soft leaf lawn, this tightly held family residence unfolds across 2,503m² (approx.). Held for 25 years and presented in pristine condition, the home immediately signals prestige, privacy, and executive-calibre living, with poolside entertaining. A wraparound veranda with intricate fretwork and decorative newels sets a distinguished tone, reflecting Victorian-era influences expressed with restraint. Inside, the home reveals 2.7m ceilings adorned with rosettes, ornate architraves, and a series of corbelled archways that guide the eye through its gracious interiors. An elegant lounge features inbuilt cabinetry and a 6-star energy-rated gas log fireplace, flowing to a formal dining room crowned by a raised tray ceiling and a classic bauble chandelier. At the heart of the home, the kitchen is both character-rich and highly functional, illuminated by a skylight and appointed with timber benchtops sourced from the Wombat State Forest. White panelled soft-close cabinetry and drawers are paired with beautiful tapware and a filtered water stream, alongside premium appliances including a NEFF oven, NEFF steamer oven, 5-zone cooktop, QASAIR rangehood, and a Miele dishwasher. Adjoining meals opens to the north-facing veranda, offering a relaxed connection to the outdoors. To the rear, an expansive living area with wood-fuelled heater extends via French doors to a welcoming outdoor entertaining zone finished with tumble-brick pavers, ideal for gatherings large or small. Beyond, the grounds rise gently to reveal true poolside panache, where a salt-chlorinated, solar-heated pool is complemented by a cabana with decking, exterior ceiling fan, lighting, and a fire pit, creating a destination in its own right. The backyard offers space for basketball, a game of soccer, or quiet moments immersed in nature, with abundant birdlife including King Parrots, cockatoos both white and black, starlings, finches, and kookaburras. A resident blue tongue lizard is a familiar visitor, while established landscaping features silver birch, apple, and pear trees. Accommodation is generous and flexible. The main bedroom includes a sitting area beside a gorgeous bay window, a fitted walk-in robe, and an ensuite with twin vanity. Three additional robed bedrooms are complemented by a central bathroom with shower and clawfoot bath, plus a powder room. One bedroom is accessed via double doors, offering an ideal home office option, while an inbuilt study nook within the living area provides further work-from-home flexibility. A dual carriageway adds significant future potential, whether for construction of a substantial shed or dual occupancy options (STCA). Existing infrastructure is excellent, including a remote-controlled double garage with rear roller door opening to an extended driveway, and a 2nd garage/shed measuring 10m x 8m, equipped with 15-amp power and 3-phase readiness. Additional inclusions comprise zoned ducted heating, ceiling fans, quality drapes and pelmets, ducted vacuum, full irrigation, walk-in storage, R6 insulation, and 12,500-litre capacity water tanks. Positioned for convenience, the property is within strolling distance of the 73 bus stop with services to Gisborne Station, zoned for Gisborne Secondary College, and close to Gisborne and St Brigid's primary schools, childcare centres, and a comfortable 20-minute walk to Gisborne's cafés, parks, and town centre.