681 Mount Macedon Road, Mount Macedon

Enviably situated on the Golden Mile, this landmark residence is perfectly poised on 2,267m² (approx.) of meticulously restored, curated gardens. A pair of exquisitely detailed Nepalese lion statues to the stately front entrance gates hint at the refined attention to detail prevalent throughout, with the expansive home embracing a calm sense of effortless elegance and relaxing comfort.

Spacious open living and expansive entertaining areas are graced by a soaring vaulted ceiling, with the clean white interiors amplifying the abundance of natural light to create a bright, airy feel. Perfect for hosting large gatherings, the flexible layout also encourages more intimate relaxation.

To the ground floor, generous lounge, dining, and family areas are complemented by a modern kitchen featuring 4cm thick stone benchtops including to the dedicated island, white cabinetry/drawers, a glass splashback, inbuilt wine rack, walk in pantry, and premium appliances including an AEG pyrolytic oven, an electric cooktop, and F&P dishwasher.

Entertaining continues outside to a substantial deck, wraparound-designed to embrace a northerly aspect, overlooking the wonderful gardens. Also to the ground floor is a primary bedroom suite with a walk-in robe and stone ensuite with a walk-in frameless glass shower, plus a study, and a powder room (off the internal laundry).

Upstairs accommodation comprises three bedrooms (walk-in robe/built-in robes) with access from two of the bedrooms to a sun-kissed balcony with views over the marvellous grounds. There is also a luxurious main bathroom with a bath, stone topped vanity, and niched shower.

Boasting comprehensive inclusions, the home also features double glazing, hydronic heating, reverse cycle air conditioning, ample storage, a double carport, reverse mode ceiling fan, under floor insulation, a re-pointed and repainted roof, new hot water system, and a garden shed with concrete floor.

Much admired, the superb fully fenced, private garden with views to Mt. Macedon is a profusion of colour, hosting expanses of lawn surrounded by verdant garden beds with pathed areas journeying by a 70-year-old oak, Japanese cherry maples, copper beech, liquidambar, weeping cherry, a magnificent flowering dogwood and multiple fruit trees.

Many varieties of spring bulbs including tulips, daffodils, and iris are complemented by decorative azaleas, camellias, high stemmed and David Austin roses, lavender, rhododendrons, smoke bush, bluebells, and dark purple lilac, as well as edible vegetable beds, and strawberries.

Village shops are at the gate, and it's only a short walk to Macedon Primary School, with Mount Macedon walking trails nearby. A true blue chip location within an easy commute of Melbourne's CBD this is that rare combination of size, easy luxury, and outstanding pedigree.