Saturday, 6 August 2011

Fabulous Family Home

Immaculately presented throughout the dual level layout, this Jennings Bicentennial home exudes exceptional warmth. Primed for a relaxed family lifestyle, the abode offers light bathed interiors dressed in a neutral colour palette. A European ambience adorns the residence, further enhanced by vaulted ceilings which open up the already spacious living areas encompassing an L-shaped lounge and dining area (warmed by a wood fire heater), and an open-plan kitchen, meals and family domain. Clever zoning places two generous bedrooms downstairs (serviced by the central bathroom), while the top level is exclusively dedicated to the master suite (with double BIRs and an ensuite) and parental retreat/open study/home office. External vistas present a paved entertaining area overlooking grassy gardens and an outdoor spa – ideal for warm weather leisure. Nestled in a family-friendly neighbourhood, this beautiful home is located in easy reach of parkland, quality schools such as Luther College & Yarra Valley Grammar and public transport.
Picture: Old / House / Garden by CubaGallery

Best In Ringwood

Absolutely gorgeous both outside and in, this welcoming 3 bedroom home is a perfect first home buyer purchase, delightful downsizing opportunity, or fantastic addition to any astute investor’s portfolio. The sunny weatherboard opens into a warm and pleasant interior, adorned with chocolate-hued timber floors and a complementary colour palette. Tall ceilings and subtle cornices also add a classic charm. The lounge room presents an ideal place to curl up with a good book next to the open fireplace, while the country-style kitchen offers easy access to the dining domain, lounge, and illuminated sun room/rumpus. A spacious undercover entertaining deck overlooks the emerald vistas of the verdant backyard – a great place for the little ones or pets to enjoy the outdoors. Found in a prominent pocket of local schools, leafy parks and convenient shops.
Image: houses of Bryggen by Farl

Ultra Modern Marvel

It would be an understatement to call this home a contemporary slice of heaven. Completely renovated throughout, this ultra modern marvel seamlessly blends low-maintenance living with an avant-garde lifestyle. Fusing picture-perfect design with a family-friendly layout, the single-level residence offers endless conveniences for every member of the family.
From a distance, the rendered facade and prevailing dimensions of this architectural gem make it stand out. Paying tribute to the leafy vistas of the quiet, brick-paved cul-de-sac, the front yard is landscaped with drought-resistant native plants, mulch and a weed mat throughout. An imposing black limestone path leads to the keyless entry front door that opens into an interior worthy of display home catalogues.
Once inside, the architecture becomes a series of colossal spaces, working hand in hand with specially selected fittings and fixtures to enhance the living experience. Intelligent zoning comprises 3 separate sleeping regions and 3 vast living areas. Two main bedrooms, located at independent sides of the home, both feature big WIRs and sparkling ensuites with custom-made vanities and frameless showers. The remaining two bedrooms, found at the back of the home, are serviced by an impressive central bathroom. A vast, L-shaped lounge and dining room, with beautifully crafted, recessed feature walls, presents a place for parents to enjoy time away from the kids.
The centerpiece of the home is the cleverly conceptualised hub – an open-plan kitchen, meals/family and theatre room area. A sensation within itself, the superbly appointed kitchen features stone bench tops, Miele stainless-steel appliances, gloss-finished cupboard doors and a large servery window to the meals/family area. The theatre room depicts a cinema experience like no other, featuring star-light mood lighting in the ceiling and raised seating platform, a full remote controlled 120inch screen and HD projector.
Bi-fold doors open from the hub into an illuminated outdoor room – the bridge between the summoning outside and the exquisite inside. From here, a wall of sliding doors leads out onto an alfresco deck with breathtaking views, overlooking the in-ground, solar heated pool below. Under the balcony, a big pool-side area offers a soothing place to relax as soft breezes are carried up from over the water directly to this space.
An extremely rare gem, this beautiful home is perfect for those looking for a contemporary lifestyle that easily fuses family living with countless conveniences.

Picture: Small house by matley0

Symphony Of Serenity

This inspiring residence proudly sits on approximately 5 acres of verdant land where peace and serenity hallmark the lifestyle on offer. Creating a world of private elegance, the beautiful home finds itself surrounded by soothing elements of earth, foliage and water, bested only by the sonata of tranquil birdsong. Presenting an exclusive lifestyle where home also becomes a getaway, this is an extraordinary opportunity many only dream about.
Set in delightfully landscaped gardens, the single-level ranch-style residence has been diligently updated throughout the years. Floor-level windows allow natural light to permeate throughout the spacious living areas and, as you are drawn through the house, a modern ideal is revealed: a front positioned study den, an impressive open-plan domain with a sunken formal lounge, separate formal dining, adjoining family room and large rumpus/games room with an open fireplace and French doors leading out to the pool. The heart of the home – an ideal place for intimate soirees – is the timber hostess kitchen serving a casual meals area warmed by a wood heater and beautified by uninterrupted views through the large bay window. The master bedroom is zoned away from the other 3 bedrooms (with BIRs) and adorned with an oversized WIR and sparkling ensuite.
With clever integration, the outdoor areas expand from indoor living spaces and offer an abundance of room to enjoy summer festivities or soak up the sun in serene surrounds. A large, undercover patio presents awe-inspiring views similar to those enjoyed via the meals area bay window, while a shade sail covered, solar-heated in-ground pool (with gas-heated in-ground spa) offers relaxation at its finest. For the horse lover, equine features include 3 large paddocks, a horse shelter in each paddock, 5 day yards for loading horses and a spacious tack room currently serving as a workshop area with built-in shelving.
The undisturbed location of this magnificent home summons those wishing to escape the hurly-burly of suburbia, offering them shopping, schools and other amenities within a short drive. With equine facilities and approximately 5 acres of manicured land, there’s a variety of options on utilisation of the property.

Picture: House in rapeseed field by Aerial Photography

Embracing All Of Life’s Styles

Found on over an acre (approximately 4314SQM) of verdant land, and perfectly positioned at the end of a quiet court, this amazing family home offers a life unmatched. While lushly leafy vistas encase the Daniel Robertson brick abode, tranquil birdsong and striking views from every window beautify the living experience. Envisioned to maximise on light and space, the intelligent design also takes full advantage of the surroundings, creating the perfect blend of indoor-outdoor living. Upon entry, the instantly noticeable, vaulted Cedar ceilings and timber elements throughout offer up a feeling of log-cabin warmth. Complemented by a wall of glass looking out to the peaceful Zen garden, a flawlessly open space that could serve as a rumpus or library is separated from the sunken lounge room by a glass balustrade. A big study, with a wall of built-in timber shelves, is also found here. In the open-plan kitchen and dining area, the focus is on functionality and stylish design, with stone bench tops, stainless-steel SMEG appliances, a walk-in pantry and lots of cabinetry space. The magnificent master bedroom boasts a WIR, modernised ensuite and views to Kinglake and beyond, while clever family-zoning places the remaining 4 bedrooms (one of which can easily convert to a big rumpus or games room) to the other side of the house to ensure individual privacy. External environs are an incredible convenience, with a multitude of places accommodating every outdoorsy need. The fenced-off, front garden adjoins a huge enclosed veggie patch, and is both child and pet-friendly. Two brick-paved, rear entertaining areas overlook a mini-orchard of several fruit trees, while the remainder of the vast, grassy gardens stretch out and fuse with the reserve below. Environmentally friendly buyers will appreciate the 100,000L water tank that’s connected to the washing machine, toilets and entire irrigation system. In close proximity to schools, the home is also within easy reach of EastLink.
So no matter what your life’s style may be, this incredible residence is sure to cater for your every need.

The Flavour Of Fine Living

A residence of distinction, style and sophistication, this incredibly alluring masterpiece is none other than a Metricon home. Defined by meticulous design both inside and out, the abode features an unbeatably comfortable lifestyle with formal and informal living areas adorned with endless features and fittings. A free-flowing layout runs from the front of the house past a quiet study, imposing staircase (stained in walnut with a clear enamel gloss finish), and spacious lounge and dining room (with 100% NZ wool carpets and jetmaster gas log fire with a mahogany timber mantle and granite hearth), through to the hub of the home: an open-plan kitchen, meals and family area with Blackwood timber cabinetry, island bench, granite bench tops, glass splashbacks, 900mm stainless-steel Technika oven and walk-in pantry. From here, the lifestyle ambiance soothingly spills out onto the backyard you’ve always dreamt of,  where an undercover deck with roller sun blinds overlooks an awe inspiring solar-heated, salt-water pool enveloped in beautifully landscaped gardens with 11,500L of tank water to sustain that beauty throughout the summer months. The top level is dedicated to relaxation with a large leisure area from which 3 sets of French doors lead out to a full-width, undercover balcony taking in wonderful Yarra Valley views. The master bedroom/parents retreat offers a big WIR and sparkling ensuite (with spa tub, shower and dual vanity), while the remaining 3 double bedrooms (all with BIRs) are serviced by an immaculate family bathroom and separate WC. This amazing home is in easy reach of all necessary amenities, inspiring Yarra Valley wineries and recreational facilities. An extraordinary life is here to be lived!


Picture: Home by Dechobek

Sophisticated Luxury

This alluring 5 bedroom (plus study) masterpiece showcases the best of Henley Homes design, sited on an elevated corner allotment measuring approximately 747SQM. Only 18 months young, the home features outstanding proportions highlighted throughout sophisticated formal living and dining areas and king-sized bedrooms. Polished floorboards, quality carpets, dazzling downlights, ornate ceiling fans, Caesar stone benchtops throughout and an earthy colour palette set the tone for contemporary living at its finest. The bottom level presents spacious living areas: lounge/home theatre, open-plan kitchen, dining and family area, big rumpus room and study with an ensuite-effect bathroom and separate powder room. An easy fluidity of indoor-outdoor living is enhanced by the stylishly landscaped backyard and full-length, undercover entertaining area – the perfect place for family gatherings or late night summer soirees. A tech-savvy entertainer’s paradise, the home is wired throughout for internet and telephone, with an entertainment/surround sound system in the ceilings and outside. An imposing solid timber and stainless-steel staircase leads upstairs, where striking views are just the beginning of the relaxation on offer. The master bedroom features an oversized spa ensuite flowing through to a large dressing room/WIR, and a private balcony overlooking the street below. The remaining bedrooms, one which can easily double as an upstairs TV room, are serviced by a sparkling central bathroom, another of the bedrooms benefiting from its own ensuite and WIR. Offering something for the environmentally conscious buyer, the home also features a 5,000L water tank connected to the toilets, solar-powered hot water and a solar-powered feed into the grid system.


Picture: Mobile Home by arrghman