33 Kruses Road, North Warrandyte VIC 3113

SOLD by Jellis Craig. Architecturally designed by John Pizzey who trained/worked alongside Alistair Knox, this outstanding mudbrick home displays a warm rustic charm with reclaimed timbers that have a story of their own, thick mudbrick walls that are incredibly energy efficient and high timber-lined ceilings. You are introduced to a spacious lounge room warmed by a Coonara wood fire heater and access to a full-length verandah with extra wide timber-lined eaves and peaceful bush views.

Step past a breakfast nook with a garden outlook to find a large family room with clerestory windows, a toasty open fire and built-in storage, complemented by a dining zone and a well-appointed kitchen featuring a premium Falcon dual-fuel twin oven with a cooktop and wok burners. On the lower level, discover a huge retreat/games room with a bar and a bedroom with an ensuite and private access outdoors - making it perfect for teenagers or guest accommodation.

The generous master bedroom gives parents their own space, finished with verandah access, a large walk-in robe and ensuite featuring a double shower and separate toilet. Three additional bedrooms share a central family bathroom with a deep tub, walk-in shower, heated towel rails and a separate toilet. Head outdoors to wide verandahs on either side of the home with peaceful views, and a large red brick paved alfresco zone with a custom pizza oven.

Property highlights include split system air conditioning, a gas space heater, 5 water tanks totalling 18,000L, a wine cellar, fruit trees, 3 wood sheds, a cat run, oversized remote-control garage with 3-phase power, a large workshop and a sun-drenched artists’ studio with a garden outlook, plus, a double carport and endless off-street parking.

Set on a glorious acre in one of the most exclusive parts of North Warrandyte, walking distance to Koornong Crescent Reserve and the banks of the Yarra River, and moments from Warrandyte State Park, Goldfields Shopping Centre, zoned for Warrandyte Primary and High School, with swift access to Warrandyte Village, Eltham and Research townships, The Pines Shopping Centre and elite private schools.