142 Old Eltham Road, Lower Plenty, Vic 3093

SOLD by Jellis Craig. Immersed in an inspiring garden created by renowned landscape designer Gordon Ford, this extraordinary family home flaunts an unmistakable Austrian influence that skilfully blends rustic charm with large windows, soft textures and timber accents, wrapped in Western Red Cedar cladding.

Elevated to take full advantage of the lush greenery and views towards the Dandenong Ranges, a huge terrace offers the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine, large-scale gatherings or quiet family dinners, leading inside to an impressive lounge room with a copper hooded fireplace, a high-pitched ceiling and clerestory windows that draw in natural light.

Step through to a formal dining room with beautiful arched timber doors that can be closed off, accompanied by an entertainer’s kitchen featuring stone benches, premium appliances, panoramic views and endless storage space. Privately placed, there are two bedrooms on this level, including the master bedroom drenched in light with tranquil mountain views, a walk-in robe, 2-way bathroom and a powder room.

Take the lift downstairs to a fitted home office, a large media room, a well-appointed library and three spacious bedrooms with built-in robes and study desks, serviced by a stylish family bathroom. Outside, there’s unlimited space for family activities, with a full-size tennis court the ideal place to enjoy a social game with friends. An extensive list of extras includes ducted heating/cooling, split system air conditioning, powder room, 22,500L water tank, a double carport and a double garage with a service pit.

On a country acre yet only a short drive from Lower Plenty Village, Eltham shops and cafes, quality schools, Heidelberg Golf Club, North-East Link, bus and train services and a variety of local parks and walking trails.