83 Sawmill Road, McKenzie Hill, Vic 3451

Only 5kms from the centre of Castlemaine, and yet you could be a world away in this private 10 acres of beautiful bushland plains. Custom built by Glenn Loddon Homes, this magnificent contemporary brick four-bedroom home has everything you need and more for the ideal country lifestyle, with a touch of quiet luxury.

Split into two angled wings separated by a central entry hall, with the main living directed to the north for the perfect light, making the home the ultimate family retreat, multifaceted with room and privacy for all ages. Steps from the entry hall lead to three generous bedrooms with walk-in robes, a spacious rumpus/ media room, a bathroom with a freestanding bath, a double basin vanity, a walk-in shower and a toilet, a laundry with a walk-in closet and external access, a guest powder room, with the central hall providing external access to the 51.6sqm carport. The north wing opens into an expansive open-plan living, dining and kitchen with prominent windows framing the surrounding landscape. The living room features a solid wood heater with a stone fireplace, and sliding doors provide an indoor/ outdoor atmosphere before leading to the 36.49 sqm alfresco entertaining area. The kitchen design includes an island bench with space for additional seating, a gas cooktop with a Miele wall oven, a large walk-in Butler's pantry providing an abundance of storage, a Miele dishwasher and the kitchen has a concealed study nook. The north wing includes the main bedroom, luxurious in size, with a spacious walk-in robe and an ensuite with a freestanding bath, two vanities, a walk-in shower and a separate toilet. Design details include; a 6kw solar system, west-facing double-glazed windows, electric ducted heating and cooling, a split system, a Taylex septic system, 2-phase power, mains water, and bottled gas.

Externally the picturesque grounds include an 80,000-litre rainwater tank plumbed to the house, a dam with an irrigation pump to the garden, a 9m x 7m shed and a fully fenced 10 acres to explore. The low-maintenance garden encircles the home and merges seamlessly with the surrounding grasslands and bushland.

A world away from it all, with uninterrupted bushland views and stunning sunsets, immaculately presented, this property offers a lifestyle of quiet luxury.