285 Mount Eliza Road

Built in the early 1990s by Fasham Johnson, this architecturally designed residence is thoughtfully positioned to capture natural light and complement the surrounding landscape. The home features four spacious bedrooms, two well-appointed bathrooms, and a dedicated study ideal for a home office. Double-glazed windows enhance energy efficiency and year-round comfort. Conveniently located just 35 kilometres from Melbourne International Airport and less than an hour from the Melbourne CBD, the property offers both privacy and accessibility. Inside, the formal living area includes a welcoming fireplace and French doors that open to an outdoor entertaining area, providing an easy transition between indoor and outdoor living. The expansive kitchen takes in city views and boasts a large island bench, breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, Euro appliances, and sleek stone benchtops and splashback. A sunken living room with a wood heater opens to a verandah and landscaped gardens, creating a relaxing atmosphere for family and guests. The main bedroom suite features a walk-in robe, built-in storage, and a spacious ensuite overlooking the gardens. Three additional bedrooms provide flexible accommodationtwo with built-in robes and one adaptable as an additional living space. Outdoors, the home opens to a north-facing paved entertaining area surrounded by terraced and landscaped gardens. The grounds are enriched by vibrant seasonal plantings, including elm, Manchurian pear, lilacs, scarlet oak, claret ash, and golden ash. A well-established orchard offers apple, apricot, quince, pear, and fig trees. The property's tree-lined driveway leads to a remote-controlled gate with intercom access, while dedicated dog yards with shelters add to its practical appeal. Set on approximately 113 acres of gently undulating, fertile volcanic soil, the property enjoys high rainfall and excellent natural resources. The extensive water management system includes eight interconnected tanks, two bores, three dams, and two seasonal creeks, ensuring reliable water availability. The land is perfectly suited to livestock or agricultural pursuits. Infrastructure is a highlight, with an 18-metre by 9.5-metre machinery shed and a second 18-metre by 7.5-metre shed containing two stalls, ideal for horses, livestock, or storage. The property also features a cattle race, crush, and yards, along with all-weather access roads for convenience. Having bred and raised cattle here for more than twenty years, the current owners have maintained the property to support continued rural production. Its close proximity to the Kyneton sale yards via the Calder Highway further enhances its practicality for agricultural use.