35 Fantail Rise, WarburtonVIC

Created in rhythm with nature and the natural bushland surroundings, this hand-crafted Jarrah timber and mudbrick four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence with home office set on 14 acres (approx.) boasts exceptional Yarra Valley views. “Haldegarte” (meaning garden on the hill) has been beautifully designed to establish a warm and welcoming ambience throughout and features a separate guest cottage, a large workshop and ample shedding.

Native gardens interplay with the interior at every turn to create a seamless indoor-outdoor environment that is open yet intimate, creative and inspired. The timber-framed mudbrick façade cuts a striking first impression, while the interiors feature soaring pitched ceilings cladded in timber and banks of windows and doors so that no matter where you are in the home, you feel connected and always in view of the leafy environment and the Upper Yarra Valley.

A large open fireplace is a prominent feature in the principal living room which flows out to an expansive outdoor entertaining area and adjoins the dining zone and kitchen. Both attractive and functional, the kitchen integrates timber cabinetry, excellent storage, two Miele ovens and a Bosch gas cooktop.

The main bedroom is a tranquil retreat and is appointed with 2 built-in robes, ensuite and powder room. Three bedrooms in one wing comprise of 1 king and 2 queen rooms sharing the home’s second bathroom.

Designed to be a pleasure for both daily living and entertaining, the garden incorporates several ponds, tiered vegetable garden and a timber deck with more views. The lovely guest accommodation, which is well separated from the main home, features a spectacular verandah, kitchenette and ensuite.

This superb property also features a double carport, a rear garage with loft storage cooling, hydronic floor heating, a professionally constructed fire bunker, roller shutters on all windows, a large shed with bike workshop section and 9ft x 4ft pool table (remains with property), machinery shed and a workshop.

While private and secluded, this stunning home is just a stroll of the five-star Warburton lifestyle, the village's cafes, galleries, boutique shops and the golf course. The epitome of mountain serenity, it is perfect for permanent living or as an accessible weekend retreat located just a 90 minutes’ drive from Melbourne.