161 Myrtle Creek Road, Axe Creek VIC 3551

Set across 57 picturesque acres bordering Lyell State Forest, this Russell Parsons designed and custom-built residence offers a harmonious blend of tranquillity, lifestyle and opportunity. The four-bedroom, three-living-zone home sits within established gardens framed by Iceberg roses and lush hedges, perfectly positioned to capture views of One Tree Hill and Mt Alexander. With a tennis court, multiple sheds, and potential for livestock, cropping or future subdivision (STCA), this is an exceptional rural escape is less than 20 minutes from Bendigo's CBD, just 90 minutes from Melbourne CBD and a short drive to Strathfieldsaye and neighboring Castlemaine and Harcourt. The location provides access to primary schools and secondary schools via the bus route along Axe Creek road into Bendigo and Strathfieldsaye along with sporting facilities, medical and local supermarket.
• Enter through glass doors to a formal lounge with an open fireplace and large windows framing sweeping views.
• The main suite includes a generous walk-in robe and ensuite, while three additional bedrooms with built-in robes and ceiling fans enjoy garden outlooks.
• A rumpus room with a built-in desk/study nook provides flexible family or work-from-home space, supported by Skylink internet.
• The Custom-designed layout captures natural light, featuring high ceilings throughout and a cathedral ceiling in the central living zone.
• Sandstone tiles flow through the living, dining and kitchen area; the kitchen includes electric appliances and excellent storage.
• Year-round comfort is assured with a rear-flue wood-fire heater and split system in the main living area, and an electric wall heater near the bedrooms.
• The family bathroom includes a sunken bath and separate WC; the large laundry has ample storage and external access.
• An expansive alfresco area overlooks the tranquil surrounds – perfect for entertaining or unwinding.
• The outdoor lifestyle is enhanced by a full-size tennis court with a granite sand base, a large vegetable garden, an orchard of diverse fruit trees, and established lawns.
• Additional features include two dams (12ML with jetty and 1ML), two 25,000L water tanks, a water treatment system and bore irrigation for the gardens.
• The property is fully fenced and divided into three paddocks, with approximately 40% of the expansive 57-acre land cleared and suitable for livestock or crops.
• Sheds include a 13m x 10m zinc/aluminium garage with concrete floor, power, and capacity for four vehicles plus workshop, and a second 72sqm machinery shed.
• A short drive to local amenities, there is a school bus at the end of the street, while Eppalock Primary is 4km away, with Strathfieldsaye just 10 minutes away.
A lifestyle property that balances architectural design with natural beauty, this peaceful rural retreat offers potential, space and serenity.