Finding fault will likely prove the sole challenge of prospective buyers of ?Rangeview?, so remarkable are its enviable assets and level of sheer liveability. It is a beautiful property, sprawling over about 6.8 acres, with north-facing views of Mount Macedon and, on a clear day, all the way to Kinglake. It?s hard to credit that it?s just two minutes from Calder Freeway access and five from town because the sense of serenity and seclusion qualifies it as part of ?God?s own country?.
Constructed of distinctive double-size bricks, the house features double glazed windows, ducted heating and cooling and has been designed with much care to enhance today?s family lifestyle, as have the surrounding grounds and infrastructure ? more about them later.
A large alfresco jutting out into the landscape, with a Jacksons Creek gorge in the foreground, forms the home?s entry point and an unbeatable spot to share a local red wine.
The front door opens directly to the huge living area - spotted gum floorboards underfoot, 10-foot ceilings above - which incorporates family (gas log fire), meals and rumpus zones wrapping around a dream kitchen. A massive stone-topped return bench, large walk-in pantry and Smeg dishwasher and 900mm cooker equip the room which has views of the large covered entertainment area at the back (with a built-in bar and gas barbecue).
The eastern wing?s hallway incorporates two bedrooms - one with built-in robe and the other with a walk-in and window seat ? and separate toilet and sleek bathroom with spa.
At the western end, there?s a walk-in storage room, powder room, spacious laundry with loads of storage with internal access to the double garage and a large carpeted study which is a fourth bedroom option.
At hall?s end, the sumptuous main bedroom has a built-in lowboy, a seat in a box bay window, twin walk-in robes and a chic ensuite with enclosed toilet ? and check out the gorgeous shower tiles.
The story of excellence continues in a detached two-bedroom cottage featuring main bedroom with walk in robe, spotted gum floor boards, spacious and well-appointed kitchen with walk-in pantry, dishwasher, lounge room, European laundry and large two-way, disabled-friendly bathroom ? and a verandah to soak up the views.
A huge American barn has three-phase power (as has the house), two stables and tack/ storage areas and sink. Around this are four paddocks (two shelters) and a day yard.
And it?s not only the horses enjoying the good life, with chooks getting a shed and run, kids catered for with a playground, and the whole family with a fenced, solar-heated lap pool.
Want more? How about beautifully landscaped gardens, 5kW solar power, 30,000-litre water tank (and town water), a dam, mini-orchard.
?Rangeview? is indeed a rare treat.
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