40 Torneys Lane, Elphinstone, Vic 3448

The quintessential country road flanked by ancient gum trees and rolling countryside leads to this hidden gem, 7 acres (approx) of park-like grounds with two large dams and a three-bedroom home. A winding Cyprus tree-lined driveway leads to the perfect low-maintenance country retreat, ideal for the horse lover, a hobby farmer, or a weekend escape.

Enter directly into the open-plan living with combined dining and kitchen from the wrap-around vernadah. The sunny kitchen overlooks the paddocks and provides a freestanding gas cooktop with an oven, a dishwasher, stone benchtops and plenty of storage. A sliding door leads to a north-facing entertaining deck overlooking the surrounding landscape and dams. The home features three bedrooms with large windows capturing the views, a bathroom with a shower and vanity, and a laundry with external access and a separate toilet. Updates include a solid wood heater and a split system. This property is on bottled gas and septic.

Outside, the grounds include; two large dams, fenced paddocks, a 3.8 x 12.1m carport, a 6m x 9m machinery shed, a 3m x 3m shed, and water tanks. Located only a short drive into Castlemaine and Elphinstone for retail and amenities and has easy access to Melbourne via the Calder freeway, this property makes for the perfect weekend retreat or a low-maintenance country lifestyle with a horse or two.