13 Darling Road, Gruyere VIC 3770

An outstanding rural lifestyle property situated on 30 cleared acres, 1 hour from Melbourne:
Approached via a long winding lane past quality post and rail fencing leading to a circular driveway surrounding a magnificent mature palm tree, this captivating residence is nestled within an idyllic and peaceful rural setting currently utilised as an equestrian property with menage and stables. It could be used for a host of other pursuits, including vineyard, cattle etc.

The solid sandstone block main residence of timeless style and construction oozes character and quality throughout. Craftsman built with a unique one off design, it is perfectly suitable as a comfortable family home. Featuring vaulted ceilings, Vic Ash flooring, the expansive home comprises large kitchen/dining/living area, formal lounge plus separate rumpus room currently used as a billiard room. Marble bench tops feature in the kitchen and bathroom areas.

Conveniently, the master bedroom and ensuite are at opposite ends of the house with the living areas separating the children's wing, which comprises 2 bedrooms, study, and a two way bathroom which also adjoins the family room.

Full height doors and windows open to a large under cover alfresco connected to a fully equipped kitchen BBQ area complete with pizza oven and overlooking a stunning heated in-ground infinity pool that enjoys sweeping views over cleared grazing land to distant ranges.

A double lock-up garage plus under roofline carport complete the home.

A separate self-contained mud brick 2 storey studio featuring two bedrooms, bathroom and living area is ideal for further family accommodation or perhaps short term stays.

The huge barn style shed contains stables, tack room plus ample float and equipment storage with other separate shedding suitable for workshop, hay storage etc. The pasture currently produces approximately 1,000 square bales per year.

A full size 60 X 20 metre menage completes the equestrian facilities with ample water, reticulated to paddocks, whilst a picturesque dam completes the panoramic landscape.
For private sale - inspections by private appointment.