19 Froomes Road

Castlemaine VIC 3450

Private and elevated in a tranquil bush setting, just a 5-minute drive from Castlemaine, this one-bedroom stone home features a stunning contemporary eco-addition from award-winning Lifehouse Design. Positioned in the highly sought-after Botanic Gardens precinct, this property perfectly blends modern living with nature's beauty.

Beautifully complementing its environment, this unique home features a spacious living room with crafted stone walls, a solid wood heater, gallery-style lighting, double doors to the front terrace with a wisteria-draped pergola, and an additional set of double doors opens to the 4.4m x 5.2m alfresco entertaining area, perfect for year-round entertaining. With a seamless transition, the striking Lifehouse Design addition beautifully contrasts the bunker-down warmth of the crafted stone home, with contemporary design fusing with nature and natural light. The north-facing kitchen and dining space features a stunning high-raked ceiling adorned with striking beams. Large double-glazed timber tilt-and-turn windows beautifully frame the landscape, and double doors lead out to a charming terrace, complete with a white wisteria pergola, perfect for al fresco dining. The chef-designed kitchen features an Esse wood fire cook stove, 900mm Smeg freestanding gas cooktop, an Ariston dishwasher, timber bench tops with plenty of storage, a split system and an island bench that provides additional storage with a commercial fridge. A generous walk-in pantry has shelving and a basin.

The spacious bedroom features a stunning timber-clad ceiling with exposed beams, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A ceiling fan and wall air conditioner ensure year-round comfort. External access to the covered alfresco area allows for seamless indoor-outdoor living with access to the internal courtyard, adding to the room's tranquil ambience. The Lifehouse-designed bathroom is a light-filled retreat with a generous walk-in shower, a timber built-in vanity, and a toilet. Large windows invite natural light, and the bathroom's access to the enclosed courtyard, which also connects to the garden, enhances its airy feel.