22 Griffiths Lane, Barkers Creek VIC 3451

Enjoy the tranquillity of country living on this five-acre lifestyle property with Castlemaine only minutes away and the Walmer State Forest as your backdrop. Griffiths is a quiet lane with no through access; nearby neighbours are hidden from view and the surrounding bush offers privacy and a sense of peace.

A classic ranch style design, this well-built brick residence, with flexible floor plan, has been beautifully maintained. Offering, four or five bedroom accommodation, two living rooms or large home office/study, country style kitchen with wooden cabinetry, quality appliances and walk-in pantry, laundry/mudroom, central family bathroom and generous ensuite bathroom to the master bedroom.

Picture windows and glass sliders capture the natural light and unite the home with its bushland surrounds. A wide, paved, wrap around verandah offers shelter, shade and views from every aspect. Outside, the property has a multitude of shedding, excellent fencing, dam, ample rainwater storage, solar system and covered alfresco.

Features of the property include:
• Large cooks’ kitchen with walk-in pantry, induction cooktop, electric oven, Bosch dishwasher, timber cabinetry and plenty of storage.
• Dining with glass sliders to the rear and open plan to the kitchen and main living.
• Exposed brick and large bay window bring country charm to the main living.
• Master suite with ensuite bathroom, walk-in robe and additional built-in storage.
• Three further bedrooms, all generously sized with built-in robes.
• Large study/home office, fifth bedroom or second living with glass sliders leading to the covered outdoor entertaining area.
• Solid fuel heater in the living with reverse cycle split systems in both the lounge and master bedroom.
• High ceilings, formal entrance with coat cupboard, loads of storage, quality fitting and fixtures.
• 6m x 8m garage under roofline plus an additional 6m x 6m double bay car/caravan port. Further shedding includes a 12m x 7m Colorbond shed/workshop and carport, 5.5m x 3m garden shed and shipping container.
• 5kW solar system, 90,000 litres of rainwater storage, dam, electric gated entrance and excellent fencing.

Private but not isolated, you can walk to Castlemaine; Bendigo is a quick 20-minute drive and Melbourne is within easy reach via the Calder Highway or fast train. A bush haven that is set up for relaxed country living - all you need to do is sit back and enjoy.