Set on 10 acres of park-like grounds in Hunter Valley Wine Country and offering jaw-dropping views over the surrounding farms, vineyards and horse studs, La Buena Vida means 'the good life' and it certainly delivers. Mammoth in size (approximately 700m under roof) and only minutes to the famed restaurants and concert venues of Lovedale and Pokolbin, it is also very convenient to Maitland and has excellent access to the Hunter Expressway to Newcastle.
As you arrive, grand entrance gates, a mature avenue of Claret Ash trees and a sealed driveway guide you to the top of the property where the home sits proudly overlooking the Luskintyre Valley all the way to Mount Royal. The beautifully landscaped parkland and waterways draw your attention to a crackling fire pit overlooking the dam – the perfect spot for a G&T or a nice glass of the Hunter's finest.
A towering portico welcomes you as you enter through double doors to the luxurious interior of a home designed for entertaining and comfort. Your eyes are drawn in every direction by the expansive open plan design that makes the most of natural light & allows you to see through to all living and entertaining areas. Huge plate glass windows connect the interior with the grounds seamlessly. The entertaining areas include a custom designed stainless-steel bar equipped with Liebherr wine fridge and glass washer, billiard table, TV, dining table and custom cabinetry. A casual lounge area has a dramatic double-bulk-headed ceiling, there is separate formal dining, a TV lounge room and large open plan kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with European appliances as you would expect, beautiful Corion tops and connects seamlessly to both the inside and outside living spaces through a bi-fold servery.
Stepping through glass bi-folds opens up access to an enclosed in/outdoor entertaining area with high pitched timber ceilings. This looks onto a Vergola covered area with water feature, fishpond, BBQ area, inground self-cleaning pool and spa. The lighting design provides the ability to create the ambiance you want inside and out with music available, via your Bose Lifestyle system, across 3 zones of the home.
Four bedrooms plus study and four full bathrooms – it is designed to accommodate family and friends. The master suite has custom cabinetry, spacious walk-in robe and a large bathroom with a double sized bath. With an extra-large laundry or mud room, wine cellar & double garage, this home is all about the detail.
Outside, a 38 panel solar power system, a number of dams, an underground irrigation system, fruit trees, veggie patch and 10m x 8m machinery shed with 3 bays, full power and storage loft top it off.
INSPECTIONS: By private appointment only
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