47-49 Ridge Road, Mount Dandenong VIC 3767

Beautifully renovated and resting on a stunning sunny almost acre in the heart of the charming Dandenong Ranges, this enticing hills home unfolds over a split-level design with glorious gleaming solid timber boards underfoot, serene garden vistas from every window is an amble to scenic Mount Dandenong Arboretum and moments from the top of Mount Dandenong for panoramic vistas of Melbourne or scenic forest walks.

Abound with family space including ample vehicle storage and workshops/sheds/studios the home is housed behind a striking hedge offering privacy from the road and a peaceful setting oriented for stunning sunrises and sunsets and awash with lush gardens and rolling lawns. You’ll feel like you’re a million miles away, yet you can grab a latte from Destiny Point or dinner at the pub within minutes and the train station is just 20 minutes away if you ever feel like leaving your magical haven.

A breathtaking kitchen/meals domain takes centre stage as you enter from an inviting paved alfresco that connects via timber trifold doors. Sublime Caesarstone benches including a huge breakfast island, endless storage and an alluring window splashback complement stainless-steel Miele appliances, integrated dishwasher, custom designed pantry and a must have wine fridge for your favourite drops.

A slow combustion wood heater framed by rustic exposed brick is a hill’s house essential in the ambient lounge with raked ceilings perfect for your downtime. Step out via bifolds to a sun-kissed deck where you can enjoy brunch accompanied by birdsong or entertain with ease with magical views over your private rolling landscape.
Positioned for privacy, the master bedroom features a window seat framing a lush fernery perfect for daydreaming or a good book and a luxe walk-through robe to a sparkling renovated ensuite. Three minor bedrooms reside off a hallway serviced by a skylit family bathroom with laundry chute and a powder room.

Downstairs is a flexible space that will suit growing or multigenerational families or even a home business/office with a retreat area or a potential fifth bedroom with its own entrance.

Framing the home are sweeping lawns with a productive orchard for those who enjoy homegrown produce, a flat lawned area at the bottom of the drive for snuggling around the fire-pit under starry skies, a chook shed and space for tobogganing (yes it does snow here!) or a slip’n slide and so much more.

More to Love:
• Ducted heating , ducted vacuum and split system for seasonal comfort
• Super-sized chic family laundry with floor to ceiling storage, drying cupboards, laundry chute wine storage and a Robinhood ironing board.
• External access to a wood box for the combustion fire
• Double remote garage with internal entry plus single garage
• Large free standing fully functional music studio, media room, teenage retreat or double home office.
• Enclosed shed for the ride on mower or another lock up garage.
• Two secure storage sheds/workshops
• Off-street parking for multiple vehicles/boats/caravans including a tandem carport under the deck.
• Rainwater tank and double-glazed windows
• Auto gates and a secure fully fenced block that creates a peaceful sanctuary to relax over the weekends and immerse yourself in the wonderful hills community.
• Beautiful sunrises and sunsets
• The bus stop is 130m away

Local Secret: The arboretum a short walk away is an incredible landscape containing some of the most dazzling tree species from around the world. Eight of these species have been included in the register of significant trees by the National Trust. Take a leisurely walk under the canopies looking up to the light as it peers through the leaves, or simply sit in the meadow with a picnic or your favourite book.