48 Emu Road, Sunbury

A spectacular private sanctuary boasting resort-style amenities on 2.5 acres (approx.) of magnificent grounds, this bespoke architectural showpiece epitomises an unparalleled dedication to luxury, love, and artistry.

High-end interiors showcase unrivalled attention to detail, with multiple living and entertaining areas, lavish accommodation, and brilliant infrastructure including a 9m x 16m (approx.) industrial machinery shed, with endless points of interest to capture the heart.

Swathes of granite to the wet-zones are matched in glamour by Tasmanian-Oak flooring featuring inlaid Blackbutt parquetry, soaring ceilings with roses, and vaulted skylights, with collector's items imported from around the globe including chandeliers from Istanbul and an authentic Balinese cabana in the poolside arena by the 13-metre heated infinity pool and spa.

Breathtaking living areas are conducive to extravagant grand-scale entertaining, easily hosting 150 guests – with the designer kitchen featuring stunning glass splashbacks, premium integrated appliances including a 900mm wide oven/6-zone cooktop, coffee machine, drinks fridges, warming drawer, and a fully fitted butler's pantry with a Smeg dishwasher.

Five luxurious bedrooms are complemented by three bathrooms showcasing the decadent opulence prevalent throughout with floor-to-ceiling tiling, frameless-glass showering, and exquisite chandeliers, while powder rooms and a split-system to each bedroom ensure family and visitors are always comfortable.

The lower floor offers further recreation with a billiards/games room, a full wet-bar, plus there's a gym, powder room, and alfresco, seamlessly interacting with the pool and spa. A more intimate atmosphere is also catered for in the deliciously moody wine cellar and cigar lounge where reclaimed timber imbues atmospheric warmth.

This extraordinary residence is harmonised by the peace of the outdoors, with north-facing alfresco entertaining areas capturing views of the beautiful, completely private surrounds. Intentionally planted, the landscaping balances order and nature, with formal gardens gently undulating to natural bushland and the dam with pier and fountain.

A home of deep beauty supported by flawless foundations, it includes an office, 4-car garage with internal access, zoned reverse-cycle air-conditioning, and ducted vacuum, with Smart automation meaning everything is controlled by the touch of a button, including hard-wired speakers throughout.

With sustainability, self-sufficiency, and comfort its core philosophy, this rare offering is underpinned by an 18kW solar-panel array and battery, a 25kVA backup generator, 3-phase C-Bus power supply, an aviary, chicken coop, orchard, fertile vegetable garden, irrigation and 50,000L water tanks.

An executive residence unburdened from the stresses of the city without compromising on convenience, its family-friendly setting comes with impeccable location credentials as a true tree-change oasis, with easy connectivity to Melbourne's CBD, International Airport, and the Macedon Ranges. Colloquially coined the "Martha's Vineyard of Melbourne", the Emu Bottom pocket of Sunbury presents the best of wine country and rural prestige.