23 Holden Road, Rye VIC 3941

Set among lush gardens reminiscent of the tropics and surrounded by a selection of gorgeous bay and ocean beaches, this four-bedroom home flaunts surprising space and incredible versatility. An enchanting permanent residence or low maintenance holiday home with plenty of appeal for the lucrative peninsula-getaway market, the property has been cleverly updated and expanded over the years to allow plenty of indoor and outdoor relaxation zones for the entire family to spread out in comfort. The radiant main living area forms the social hub of this entertainer's delight with sliding doors opening to a north-facing balcony well-equipped to set the scene for sizzling barbecues on balmy afternoons. Perfect for snuggling with books, board games and blockbusters, the expansive second lounge beneath a high skillion ceiling will ensure the kids don't go stir crazy on rainy days, leaving parents to relish the serenity of the covered deck for a cheeky glass of red. A third deck branches directly off the master bedroom, which also includes built-in robes and a private ensuite, with a second bathroom to service the junior bedrooms, while down the spiral staircase on the ground level, a fourth bedroom offers privacy for house guests or teens, with its own separate entry via a footbridge through the bamboo forest.