61 Barkers Road

Embracing 20 magnificent Mornington Peninsula acres and incorporating breathtaking pastoral and bushland views to the waters of Westernport and Phillip Island, an uncompromised reimagining of this iconic Flinders property, by acclaimed architect Stephen Akehurst, has resulted in an indulgent coast-meets-country lifestyle estate designed for grand-scale living, entertaining, and guest hosting. Spectacular in scale and amenity, the private and exclusive 7-bedroom 8-bathroom domain comprises a sprawling luxury home surrounded by manicured designer gardens, a sublime mosaic tiled pool and spa set on a north-facing terrace, a splendid stable conversion offering exceptional guest accommodation, a self-contained luxe 'manager's cottage', and an alfresco pavilion with a fully-equipped kitchen set around a paved courtyard centred with an majestic elm tree. The modern Grand Hamptons'-inspired main home is resplendent in Akehurst's signature style including American Oak flooring, soaring ceilings, and multiple pairs of glazed French doors opening to garden-edged patios and terraces. The expansive main living space is bookended by two open fireplaces and illuminated with a central iron ring chandelier. A glass-lined conservatory-like dining area appears to merge with the stunning landscapes and seascapes beyond, while the epicurean quartz stone kitchen and equally impressive scullery features an over-sized functional island/diner and is equipped for grand-scale entertaining with high-end Bertazzoni cooking appliances, multiple dishwashers, a SubZero fridge/freezer and a built-in wetbar with two Vintec wine fridges. Highly considered for family functionality, the home's double-storey west wing comprises a mud room entry foyer, two beautifully fitted bedrooms with lavishly tiled shower ensuites, a retreat/study area, a bathroom with built-in tub, and a stone-topped laundry with two drying cabinets, and external access. The indulgent primary bedroom wing is rich in water views and incorporates 'his and her' fitted walk-in robes, a study space, and a luxe ensuite with a mosaic tiled rain shower behind fluted glass screens. Complemented with hydronic heating, integrated cooling, smart home technologies, and CCTV security, additional features include an automatic front gate, machinery shed, a double garage, plus multiple driveway parking bays. Edged by a bluestone crazy-paved sun terrace, the five-star boutique resort-style heated swimming pool and spa has automated cleaning and an automated cover. The idyllic, undulating landholding incorporates fenced paddocks and a spring fed dam. Bordered by the Main Ridge Nature Conservation Reserve and Manton Creek, this property is equally close to Red Hill and Flinders townships, and is surrounded by world class wineries, golf courses and ocean beaches.