181 Black Forest Drive

Set across approximately 103 picturesque acres just minutes from Macedon, Gisborne and Woodend, Wiltshire Park is a rare lifestyle property that unites refined family comfort with exceptional equestrian and boutique farming infrastructure. Beautifully established with mature trees, manicured gardens, fruit trees, vegetable patch and abundant firewood and water, it offers a private and tranquil retreat ideal for horse enthusiasts, hobby farmers or families seeking the ultimate country escape. Built in the 1980s and thoughtfully updated, the north-facing residence exudes timeless warmth and quality. Spotted gum parquetry flooring flows through elegant formal lounge and dining rooms, while double-glazed timber windows and skylights fill the interiors with natural light. The open-plan living and dining zone centres around an enclosed woodfire with wood access directly from the garage, complemented by a Cheminee Philippe fireplace with heat exchange, and electric ducted heating and cooling for year-round comfort. The contemporary kitchen is superbly appointed with porcelain benchtops, a 900mm Bosch oven and gas cooktop, walk-in pantry, while north-facing windows frame breathtaking views to Mount Macedon. The generous master suite provides a private retreat with double vanity ensuite, heated floor, double shower and walk-in robe. Three additional bedrooms are served by a stylish main bathroom with heated floor and picture window, plus a powder room. Designed for relaxed indoor-outdoor living, the covered alfresco terrace overlooks sweeping lawns, rose arbours and ornamental gardens a serene entertaining setting enhanced by surround sound, video security, and automated irrigation throughout the landscaped grounds to ensure year-round vitality with minimal maintenance. Nearby, a self-contained studio with Coonara fireplace and woodfired pizza oven offers an inviting guest retreat or entertaining space. For equestrian pursuits, the property is comprehensively equipped with six stables (each with auto-waterers), feed bay, tack room, sand round yard, outdoor hot wash and a dressage arena and viewing deck. There are six main paddocks with dams, plus four smaller paddocks, supported by a seasonal creek and bore ensuring exceptional water security. House water storage totals 42,000 litres, with an additional 5,000-gallon tank capacity and electric pumps. Beyond its equestrian facilities, Wiltshire Park offers superb rural versatility with a fox-proof chicken yard (automatic doors allowing night access to two stables) and well-designed cattle yards perfect for boutique or small-scale farming. Whether running a few head of cattle, keeping livestock or managing a mixed-use hobby farm, the infrastructure and layout provide both flexibility and functionality. Family life and outdoor adventure abound with a motocross track, golf putting green and cubby house, while the 12km cycling track at the property's edge and proximity to Macedon village further enhance the lifestyle appeal. Ten acres of preserved "Black Forest" form a private wildlife haven home to kangaroos, koalas, eagles, kookaburras and more. A sealed driveway leads to three large garage spaces and a double parking bay, with remote front gate operation and security cameras. An enviable balance of comfort, practicality and natural serenity, Wiltshire Park at 181 Black Forest Drive presents a rare opportunity to secure a premium Macedon lifestyle estate where space, nature and family life flourish together.