540 Mannes Lane

Emu Creek VIC 3551

Executive summary:

An idyllic oasis of style and tranquility, this recently renovated property provides a stunning rural sanctuary away from it all. Located on a peaceful lane, the residence is just five short minutes from the many amenities of Strathfieldsaye including shops, schools, eateries and medical practitioners and only a 20-minute drive to Bendigo's CBD. Absolutely perfect for a buyer seeking the good life, this property has considered every detail to ensure that both the inside and outside space offers a relaxed and enjoyable lifestyle. Sitting on over 20 acres of land, with fenced paddocks, dam, water tanks, horse shelter and laneway offering a fantastic infrastructure for horse lovers, this property provides a move-in ready option for someone keen to really enjoy country living.

The house is set back from the road, behind terraced garden beds and a circular driveway. Fully renovated to a high standard, the light, space and modern finish is apparent from the main entry and mud room. A master bedroom off the entry is a dream space with walk-in robe, large ensuite and a glass sliding door providing access to a private alfresco space. In the heart of the home is an incredibly spacious open plan living room with lounge, diner, study nook and high-end kitchen including an abundance of storage. Off the kitchen, a second living space is currently serving as a home office with separate access and alfresco. A hallway leads down to a further study; three bedrooms all with built-in robes and ceiling fans; a laundry; family bathroom; and separate toilet. The house yard is fully landscaped with lawn, play area, outstanding vegetable garden and established orchard. Shedding and outbuildings provide plenty of space for equipment or machinery, and the 7 fenced paddocks leading down to an annual creek offer options for horses, livestock or hobby farming.

Additional features:
- Split system heating and cooling
- Ceiling fans throughout
- Quality kitchen appliances including Bosch dishwasher and Belling three-door stove with five-burner gas cooktop
- Polished concrete flooring through main living
- Built-in custom cabinetry including American Oak shelving in living
- Fantastic storage including appliance cupboard and fully insulated pantry
- Large veranda with two separate alfresco areas
- Chook palace with indoor/outdoor space and water tank
- Potting shed
- Woodshed
- Horse shelter
- Dam (3 meg capacity with pump)
- Water tanks x 5 (1 x 5,000l + 1 x 10,000l garden water; 2 x 20,000l drinking water/house tanks; 1 x 80,000l storage)
- Play area and sandpit
- Landscaped and fully irrigated garden including lawn, 100m2 vegetable garden; and fruit orchard with a variety of established trees including apples and pears