Charming and Convenient Country Home

Down a quiet country road, just a five-minute walk to Macedon train section is this fully-renovated country home, just 45-minutes from Melbourne CBD.<br/> <br/>Set on two titles, this half-acre versatile block is in highly sought-after landlocked Macedon. Stroll to cafes, the post office and the supermarket – or go for a hike through the forest or swim/kayak in Macedon Reservoir, all just minutes walk away.<br/> <br/>The north-facing, light-filled home has been extensively upgraded with energy efficiency in mind. Fully double-glazed large windows and doors are featured throughout. A new 5.2 KW solar system powers split systems, and along with highly-rated insulation, makes the home comfortable in winter or summer alike. A powerful wood burner adds to the ambiance and heating options. New Smeg and Bosch appliances have been installed. Luxury Bremworth carpets and Porter's Paints have been used throughout to focus on natural, low-toxicity fibers. <br/> <br/>With four downstairs bedrooms and a beautiful bathroom with walk-in shower, there’s plenty of room for whatever configuration suits your family best. Upstairs, you’ll find an extremely generous loft with ensuite toilet flanked by three Velux skylights – perfect for a home office or primary bedroom alike. With high-speed NBN internet access, you’ll have no problem working from home.<br/> <br/>Externally, the gardens feature a well-planted fruit orchard with peaches, plums, pears, apples, figs, lemons, oranges, crabapples, quinces, and cumquats. Two water tanks, a large Colorbond shed, a woodshed, plus an underground powered shipping container allowing for climate-controlled storage, round out the features. From the front, you’re greeted by a brilliant Photinia hedge – adding year-round privacy and colour, as well as a handcrafted Emu wire white fence and brick-lined circular driveway complete with a lovely Irish Strawberry Tree. The carport power supply has been upgraded to allow for electric vehicle charging.<br/> <br/>With town water, town sewage, and natural gas recently connected to the boundary – enjoy a low-maintenance country lifestyle. With the ability to go out or up in any direction (STCA), this home will serve any family through the full lifecycle – perfect for young families, commuting professionals or lifestyle-focused retirees alike.