600 James Lane, Trentham VIC 3458

Only an hour's drive from Melbourne, Trentham's former gothic/early English Sacred Heart church built circa 1890 has been transformed into a divine country residence. Entering this beautiful home you will be struck by an air of reverence that has been dutifully preserved. Architect Robert Bienvenu has skillfully blended old with new, complimenting the original handmade steel work, holy water fonts, stained glass windows, 33' vaulted timber ceilings and Baltic floorboards with modern comforts and a superior, high quality finish.

The sleek open-plan kitchen features stainless 6-burner Smeg oven and dishwasher, Caeser stone benchtops, glass splashback, concealed fridge and European style laundry. Small vestries on either side of the large master bedroom house a private library with open fireplace, and a stylish bathroom with a huge inviting tub. Two more bedrooms are found beside the main bathroom, and a stair well leads to a mezzanine floor with two further double bedrooms. Ample storage, with BIRs in all bedrooms. Leadlight windows line the living area, in which the original confessional box takes pride of place. Huge pivoting picture windows frame a picturesque country outlook beyond the magnificent old Australian Blackwood, and open to alfresco decking with a detachable shade sail. Year round comfort with French Cheminees Philippe woodfire, underfloor and hydronic heating, plus ceiling fans within the well-insulated, triple brick cathedral. Bottled gas, underground power, septic treatment plant and 2 large water tanks.

This freshly painted cathedral can be found in a quiet lane close to Daylesford Spa Country, situated on 1.5 acres of rich volcanic soil. Ideal for a family residence, B & B retreat, gallery or studio, this is a rare opportunity to secure a prominent part of Trentham history.