Surrounded by lush formal gardens in the heart of Hepburn Springs, this grand country residence represents the epitome of style and grace. Bridging Edwardian and modern-day living, Dudley House (circa 1908) has remained integral to the Hepburn Springs landscape for over a century.
The residence boasts a fascinating history of famous guests and social events. Now artfully restored to accommodate numerous lifestyle possibilities, it assumes pride of place in the heart of this famous resort town.
Exuding country living at its most sophisticated, the residence provides an irreplaceable setting, achieving a balance of formal grandeur and relaxed, informal living through its scale and thoughtful design.
The luxurious library showcases an open fireplace perfect for that post-dinner drink on a Winter's evening. Elaborate chandeliers evoke the finery overflowing to the opulent lounge and dining rooms, offering a wonderful setting for entertaining and togetherness. The residence consists of 4 bedroom suites, each paired with a private ensuite and robes on the upper level.
The generous kitchen enjoys a country-style hearth with dual Ilve oven opening onto one of 3 separate outdoor decks in readiness for alfresco dining at any time of day.
Downstairs leads to separate apartment-style living with 2 to 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, multiple living areas, an office, wine cellar, and a small kitchenette. With its own entry and rear garden, this is an ideal space for guests, an extensive home office, or as rental accommodation. An entrance to the rear garden connects a network of relaxation patios with the invitation to further unwind, right in the very heart of Hepburn Springs.
The residence is well-appointed with established gardens, hydronic heating, 3 open fireplaces, NBN internet, workshop and lock-up garage, and ample off-street parking.
Dudley House is ideally located only 1.5 hours from Melbourne in one of Victoria's most picturesque tourist towns. Featuring the renowned Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa, world-class walking trails and heritage gold mining relics only a moment's walk away. Plus, many of the area's best restaurants near-by including Frankie and Connies, the Surly Goat, Peppers Resort, and the Hepburn General Store.
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