Defined:
Step into a world of unparalleled luxury and tranquillity in the coveted Woodlands Estate in Ocean Grove. Surrounded by bushland with striking hundred-year-old Bellarine Yellow Gums, this fully renovated single-storey home on over 5,800 sqm (approx.) has everything your heart could possibly desire. Indoors, you will be impressed by the four bedrooms, three living zones, chef’s kitchen, butler’s pantry, luxurious bathrooms and climate-controlled wine cellar complete with over 500 bottles of fine wine! Outside, you will be captivated by stunning and extensive professionally designed gardens overlooked by a covered alfresco dining area and a state-of-the-art infinity-edge freshwater pool. Every element in and out of the home has been thoughtfully considered and exquisitely executed. With moody tones, timber-lined walls and stone features throughout, the home exudes a rich warmth that envelopes you within its generous spaces. A unique offering, this property includes two beautifully appointed self-contained cottages perfect for accommodating guests, hosting extended family, or generating additional income. Located amongst towering gums and native bushland, it’s hard to believe you are in central Ocean Grove with local amenities, restaurants and shops mere minutes away.
Considered:
A corner allotment with driveway access on both sides, you will be captivated by the gardens from the first moment ,designed by award-winning landscape designer King’s Gardens & Pools andfeaturing a mix of evergreen, perrenials and natives that seemingly extend forever. The entrance welcomes you directly into the heart of the home - the impressive chef’s kitchen with an enormous butler’s pantry and north-facing glass stacker doors overlooking the alfresco BBQ area outside. A stone-topped island bench is the focal point, with breakfast bar, fluted double farmhouse sink and integrated dishwasher. To the left, a black, free-standing Falcon range with five-burner gas cooktop, double oven and grill drawer perfectly complements the darkened tones of the kitchen cabinetry and provides a contrast to the lighter hand cut natural stone tile backsplash. The butler’s pantry behind has ample enclosed storage plus open shelving for ease of access. A sink, bar fridge and “mudroom” area complete the space.
Adjoining the kitchen is a light-filled dining area with more north-facing glass stacker doors to the alfresco area. Tucked in next to the dining area is the first of three living spaces, a cosy, warm relaxation zone with a huge picture window overlooking the front garden and an open fireplace with a striking marble mantelpiece. The second living space is a large, flexible area with wool carpet, built-in storage and bookcases, and a natural stone open fireplace with a rustic recycled wharf-beam mantelpiece. Two huge picture windows overlook the perfectly landscaped pool and deck area, and two other windows overlook the front garden. White panelled ceilings and exposed beams throughout add to the sense of warmth and welcome. The third living space is in a separate wing of the home beyond the bedrooms and has timber panelled walls and ceilings, a hand-poured concrete bench and wall-to-wall glass stacker doors with retractable fly screens that slide open to reveal the alfresco area from another angle.
Three of the four bedrooms are in the main part of the house, with two bedrooms perfectly suited for children’s rooms at the front near the entrance, and the guest bedroom beyond. Each bedroom has motorised block-out blinds, sheer curtains and brand-new carpet. The master suite has a walk-through ensuite leading to the large walk-in robe with white panelled doors with custom timber handles to match the ensuite vanity. The breath-taking ensuite is fully tiled in a sumptuous forest green kit kat tile with natural stone floor tiles for a tactile experience underfoot. A bespoke timber vanity with soft-close drawers, toilet and heated towel rails complement the show stopping shower with a tiled niche along with rain and handheld shower heads. The fourth bedroom is in the separate wing of the home as an almost self-contained unit ideal for guests and with oak timber panelled walls,ceilings and louvre windows, , it’s a luxurious copy of the third living with access to a convenient powder room. The two minor bedrooms are serviced by a main family bathroom, with a deep bathtub, brushed brass tapware throughout, arch-shaped shower frame, European oak timber vanity, natural stone floor tiles and hand cut Zellige wall tiles, with a separate toilet.
The extraordinary wine cellar will send wine lovers into a spin - a dedicated, temperature-controlled room with custom oak shelving, mirrored display cabinets and approximately 500 bottles of curated wine from around the world. Filetti paving on the floor, venetian plaster on the walls and recycled wharf timber beams surrounding the door are an exquisite display of craftsmanship.
The other astonishing extras in this house that has everything are an oversized ply-lined double lock-up garage with ply workbench and built-in storage, and the laundry of everyone’s dreams. With a practical drying cupboard, three in-built hampers, concrete farmhouse laundry trough and ample storage and space, the laundry is also beautiful, with Zellige wall tiles and Italian terracotta hand cut floor tiles laid in a herringbone pattern. Ducted heating in the main house, and ducted heating and cooling in the separate wing ensure the home maintains a lovely ambient temperature.
Step outside into the huge crazy paved alfresco area with stunning recycled brick fireplace, inbuilt BBQ and pizza oven to complete the outdoor kitchen. With a TV point, heat bars, fridge, concrete kitchen bench, retractable windbreak and wood storage you will be comfortable here year-round. The northern garden is landscaped with a layered garden aesthetic and is a coming feature in the Design Files blog. Through the subtle curved pool fence, the state-of-the-art above ground infinity-edge pool with lush garden surrounds will have you dreaming of holidays at home.
A grass tennis court and golf putting green mark the boundary between the main residence and the two self-contained cottages, each with a kitchenette,ensuite bathroom, clawfoot outdoor bath and copper shower. Accessed via a separate driveway entrance, the two cottages are complemented by a shared central kitchen with a BBQ and pizza oven, a vine-covered alfresco area and a firepit. The cottages known as The Woods are perfect for accommodating guests, hosting extended family or generating additional income. The exclusive accommodation offering currently holds the title of Best Self-Contained Accommodation in Australia, after taking out Gold at the 2022 Tourism Awards in both Victoria and Australia, and holds the coveted Airbnb Superhost label for six consecutive years.
This property is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to secure a huge allotment with beautiful gardens and an impressive family home in the natural bushland area of the Woodlands Estate. Central Ocean Grove’s local amenities, restaurants and shops are mere minutes away, and Ocean Grove Beach, Barwon River and Barwon Heads just a few minutes more. This property is ideal for families/ growing families, couples, and investors (Airbnb opportunities).
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