Understated and unsurpassed, this magnificent property is set on over 6 acres of tranquil gardens, sweeping green lawns and has a backdrop of natural bushland that helps to create not only a private setting from the outside world but is also a haven for some of the Dandenong Ranges most fascinating wildlife. The main residence, a beautiful weatherboard home with pressed metal features and wide, wrap around verandas, was built in the early 1900s and leaves an impression like no other. It also has the rare ability to combine a historic elegance with todays most sought after luxuries. Four bedrooms and 2 stunning bathrooms allow enough room for a family while both formal and relaxed living and dining areas are lined with a mixture of Oak and Baltic floorboards and are overlooked by tall, gracious ceilings. The high quality kitchen is the central point of the home and showcases appliances such as Gaggenau cooktop, Liebherr refrigerator and Miele dishwasher. A blend of Calcutta marble and reclaimed Oregon make an impressionable finish for the benchtops while a butlers pantry serves as an ideal storage centre for those who love to cook for family and friends. Hydronic heating, an open fire place and zoned R/C ducted cooling make this home comfortable all year round while unique features such as galvinised steel French doors, custom made and double hung sash windows, exclusive French and English Drapery and exquisite antique chandeliers set this home apart from the rest. From any room throughout the home you can look out on the gardeners paradise that contains approx 3 acres dedicated to an outstanding mix of park-like lawns, giant Oak trees, mass plantings of Bluebells, Copper Beech trees, chestnuts, Birches, Maples and many more colourful yet low maintenance plants, trees and shrubs. Nestled also in the garden is a pretty cottage with full bathroom perfect for short stay visitors or somebody looking to work from home. There is also an oversized double garage with remote doors and remote gates on arrival. For your opportunity to own one of the areas most prestigious properties, contact Sharyn Chandler for viewing details. Please note: All property details shown are correct at time of publishing. Some properties may have been sold in the preceding 24 hours and we recommend that you confirm open for inspection times with the listing agent direct or the listing office.