Last Listing description (October 2022)
OBVIOUS
Spanning over 5 acres, "Grasslands" is a home so special and unique, words don't do it justice. 2 separate dwellings, a tennis court, and a pool that has to be seen to be believed.
The main home is built to entertain. From the moment you open the soaring black steel front door, you are greeted by luxury and comfort. The focal point is the 20 seat concrete floating outdoor table in the central courtyard, with a view of the show stopping glass 'ice cube' pool.
The open plan kitchen, dining and living is beautifully appointed with a meticulous eye to detail including generous scullery and mudroom, under floor hydronic heating &AC, open fireplace and marble bench tops. The exposed timber beams in the ceiling and Venetian plaster capture the high end architecture throughout.
Walking through the central hallway incorporating powder room and study area - to the accommodation wing, the master bedroom and ensuite is the forefront of this side of the home, with large feature windows affording sweeping western views from the bathroom and bedroom - allowing for incredible sunsets across the rolling hills. A further 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms complete the home. Hydronic heating and AC also features throughout this wing.
The outdoor offers many different, all-year round entertaining areas for all seasons - incorporating an undercover alfresco area with fireplace, the endless concrete table with built in BBQ, the wood fired pizza oven and seating area, plus a secure rear garden and vegetable gardens.
Further features include a 3 car garage, full-sized tennis court, stables that have been converted to a storage shed, a 2 bedroom self-contained cottage with separate entrance, full home automation throughout, 26 panel solar power system, 5 horse paddocks, and close proximity to National Parks, World Class Golf Courses, Surf Beaches, Equestrian Trails, Wineries, Sailing Clubs and St Andrews Beach Brewery.
SEALS THE DEAL
The lifestyle on offer as the new owner of this property.
Have the extended family and friends over for special occasions, entertain all year around, and revel in the most special of homes. Or just close the gates and hide away in one of the most unique properties on The Mornington Peninsula.