Circa 1930 Weatherboard with Breathtaking Views and Edna Walling Inspired Gardens on 1.2 Acres

Privately situated in a peaceful “local’s only” cul-de-sac that seemingly disappears into stunning southerly views, this 1930s weatherboard encapsulates hills living with the intoxicating smoky aroma of an open fire, richly stained hardwood floors and glorious double hung sash windows adding allure to your everyday. <br/><br/>But it’s the 1.2 acre setting with Ferny Creek at the boundary that elevates this home to the next level framed by stunning Edna Walling designed gardens awash with stone walls and a dreamy view from every window highlighted by the magical twinkle of the suburban lights come nightfall. <br/><br/>Flowing over two levels, the freshly painted home offers a true hills haven for a young family, couples or even investors looking to capitalise on the growing Airbnb market. Writers, poets, creatives and daydreamers after solace will all find inspiration here.<br/><br/>Highlights:<br/><br/>• Watch the clouds roll in with a morning brew seated at the kitchen banquette. Your breakfast view will change with the seasons.<br/>• Timeless skylit kitchen with timber benches, swathes of cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances (new oven/cooktop).<br/>• Well-oriented open plan living/meals with a grand stone fireplace as a magnificent centrepiece and breathtaking vistas from your spot on the sofa.<br/>• Two bedrooms upstairs including master with walk-in and double robes and sparkling family bathroom with double shower. <br/>• Downstairs features a third bedroom with built-in desk, second bathroom and laundry with its own entrance – a flexible offering that could easily be converted to a self-contained Airbnb space with a kitchenette in the laundry.<br/>• Stone paths and terraces frame the home offering alfresco spaces and segues to century old shady gardens.<br/>• A cascading stone staircase arrives at a moss lawn garden perfect for a picnic, sneaking a chapter or celebrations of any scale.<br/>• Chat late into the night under starry skies as you toast marshmallows around the firepit and catch a glimpse of Auravale Lake from the lower gardens.<br/>• Electric reverse cycle heating and air conditioning unit. <br/>• Vast under house storage for wine, toys and the Christmas tree with access through the ground floor.<br/>• Single lock-up garage/sound proof studio or ideal home office or workshop plus additional storage shed.<br/>• An easy walk to Ferny Creek Primary School and less than 10 minutes from Sassafras, Upwey and the renowned Proserpina Bakery plus a myriad of forest walks and iconic gardens to explore.<br/><br/>