20 Belty Drive, Denver, Vic 3461

A defining expression of Australian garden design, Stonefields brings together the extraordinary vision of Paul Bangay, the elegance of a Tuscan inspired residence and the expansive beauty of the Central Victorian countryside. Renowned as one of Australia’s most significant private gardens, this approximately 15.7ha (39 acre) estate offers a deeply immersive country lifestyle between Kyneton, Trentham and Daylesford, just over an hour from Melbourne.

Here, the landscape is both a masterpiece and an intimate part of everyday life. Conceived by internationally acclaimed designer Paul Bangay, a sequence of interconnected garden rooms unfolds with remarkable precision, balancing grand perspectives with sheltered spaces for quiet contemplation. Framed valley views, oak lined avenues and beautifully composed planting reveal his exceptional understanding of scale, proportion and perspective.

Each season brings a different atmosphere. Spring tulips introduce vibrant colour, summer draws life outdoors beneath grape laden terraces, and autumn transforms the gardens with rich foliage. Through winter, the enduring structure of the landscape comes into focus, revealing the artistry underpinning every vista. It is a garden of international standing, yet one that invites personal enjoyment at every turn.

At its centre, the substantial four bedroom residence extends across two levels, with interiors curated in collaboration with the late Stuart Rattle. Granite, sisal, elegant wallpapers and bespoke furnishings establish a timeless aesthetic, bringing warmth, texture and refinement to rooms of exceptional scale.

An impressive sitting room, measuring approximately 10 by 10 metres, is anchored by a two metre wide stone fireplace, creating a magnificent setting for winter evenings and generous entertaining. The adjoining dining room and beautifully appointed kitchen continue this sense of occasion, with Belgian slate benchtops, a Lacanche range cooker and dual Miele dishwashers combining enduring style with everyday practicality.

A dedicated flower/mud room provides a considered space for arranging garden cuttings or supporting catering, opening into the herb garden to maintain the effortless connection between interiors and landscape. Deep terraces shaded by grapevines accommodate gatherings of 20 or more, with long lunches unfolding against the valley backdrop. Aligned with the garden’s northern axis, the solar heated lap pool introduces another beautifully resolved element to the setting.

An independent gatehouse offers flexibility for visiting guests, private studios or creative pursuits. Comprehensive zoned irrigation, two bores, two large dams and more than 250,000 litres of water storage support the estate, complemented by Starlink connectivity, monitored security, automatic entry gates and a powered storage shed.

Surrounded by celebrated wineries, acclaimed restaurants and some of Victoria’s most picturesque country towns, Stonefields holds an exceptional place in Australia’s garden landscape. To live here is to experience its beauty beyond a single visit or season, with the time and privacy to make this remarkable estate your own.

** We have obtained all information in this document from sources we believe to be reliable, however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations.

Type

House

Bedrooms

4

Bathrooms

3

Parkings

10

Area

15.93 ha