1263 Sutton Grange - Redesdale Road Sutton Grange VIC 3448

Situated in one of Central Victoria's most picturesque and highly regarded districts, this magnificent 100 acre rural lifestyle property features a quality built country homestead in a beautiful elevated setting with majestic views over Mount Alexander and the surrounding undulating landscape. Well maintained and substantial in every regard, this property is well set up for cattle, sheep and cropping with state of the art cattle yards, an abundant water supply, and extensive shedding facilities. Whilst this is a world away from a busy city lifestyle, it is in reality, very convenient to Melbourne in just over an hour.

The homestead has been custom built by McCarthy Homes, one of Bendigo's leading builders. It is bursting with charm and character, yet exudes a quiet unmistakable assurance of class. You will appreciate the complementary harmony of roof peaks with finials over brick paved verandahs, a front entry door flanked with leadlight sidelights and a matching transom window, which welcomes you into a wide hall, 9' ceilings adorned with large cornice and quality light fittings create balance with Italian floor tiles and wool carpets, and large picture windows with high quality roman blinds frame the peaceful rural views that encompass the residence.

The formal lounge can be zoned off with double cavity sliding doors, it has a large bay window and ornate fireplace over a solid fuel heater making it a warm and inviting space to relax. French doors with a stained glass transom window, reveal an L-shaped open plan living area which incorporates a beautiful sitting room with a solid fuel heater, a large dining area with French doors to the back deck and a pristine kitchen with granite benchtops, Italian appliances and a scullery equipped with its own sink.

Three bedrooms are all spacious and have beautiful outlooks, the master suite has a large walk-in-robe and an ensuite with the supremely important separate toilet. Another luxurious bathroom and separate toilet services the other two rooms. Ducted evaporative cooling will ensure your families summer comfort.

The area surrounding the home has been developed to a very high standard with numerous formal and informal areas. A real feature of the garden is a magnificent ornamental vine covered arbour which turns a breathtaking crimson in autumn. On walking through, you are met with the lovely symmetry of the stunning north side of the residence, with a wonderful entertaining area under the gabled verandah. There is a vast array of native's plants and paths to explore. Echidnas, phascogales, and an abundant birdlife give great pleasure. An expansive deck area hugs the kitchen end of the home to offer different outlooks and a great space ideal for entertaining guests or for large family get-togethers where many happy memories are made.

This property is as functional as it is beautiful. Cleverly designed, it is set up for rotational grazing and is divided into 10 well fenced paddocks, each paddock has its own dam, grey box trees and red gums provide shelter for stock. The land offers fertile soil which has been regularly fertilised and has been sown down with phalaris, rye grass, clover and Lucerne. Ample water is a real attribute, 10 dams, all have excellent catchment and there is a massive 150,000 litres of tank water for domestic use.

The extensive cattle yards are a work of art in their own right. Specifically customised for genetic breeding of stud cattle, professionally designed and engineered to make the handling of livestock not only safe and pleasurable, but also efficient and effective. The heavy duty yards consist of an indoor crush with side lift or drop panels on both sides for easy access. It comes complete with an electronic weighing pad, rounding yard, a long curved gradual race with steps on the loading ramp and pedestrian platforms. The yards are concreted with shade trees and the 29' x 20' shed provides for comfort in all weather conditions. Although primarily designed for cattle they are also suitable for sheep.

Other excellent shedding facilities comprise a brick double garage, in keeping with the home, a 50' x 26' workshop with a mezzanine floor, kitchenette, wood heater, shower and toilet, a large caravan port, a 48' x 24' machinery shed with power & lights, and a 47' x 22' open ended hayshed.

This property is in a good central location only 25 minutes from Kyneton or Castlemaine and 40 minutes from Bendigo. Here you will find a variety of excellent private and public schools ranging from Goodstart Early Leaning child care in Kyneton to the well reputed Girton Grammar school in Bendigo. For those who frequent the city it is an easy commute in just over an hour to the Tullamarine Airport or the Melbourne Fringe. This remarkable country property is very well set up and would be perfect for those with a passion for show or stud cattle. Call Wayne today on 0409 248 477 to arrange an inspection.

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Property Features

• Air Conditioning
• Built In Wardrobes
• Secure Parking