102 Thompsons Lane

Merricks VIC 3916

A world within a world, “Merrifield” is one of Merricks’ most private properties and commands a botanic 20 acres (approx.) crowned with an iconic Alistair Knox designed mud brick residence with panoramic views across the great lawn, lake and vineyard to Western Port’s white capped waters and silhouette of Phillip Island, Seal Rock and The Nobbies.With two separate living zones anchored by a double-sided fireplace, Knox’s signature treatments are showcased throughout the home including beautiful natural stone floor-to-ceiling fireplace surrounds, the warmth of stone floors and reclaimed timbers, the height of 4.8 vaulted ceilings, tactile mud bricks, curved walls and the translucency of banks of glazing outlining the landscape.Every room in the house opens to the surrounding terraces and garden including the three bedroom accommodation which culminates in a superb window wrapped main bedroom suite overlooking the great lawn to the water and featuring a spectacular ensuite with freestanding egg bath. A north-facing kitchen with Asko appliances, two further bathrooms and hydronic underfloor heating are further features.With original garden landscaping by Fiona Brockhoff Design, the mature gardens wrapped in stone walls are aligned with the home’s architectural integrity and ethos. Bringing living into the scenery, a series of garden rooms include a superb north-facing entertaining courtyard extending from the home’s heart to a picnic deck beside the Willow trees overlooking the lake and jetty.Also revealing a kitchen garden, rose garden, citrus grove, lake trail weaving through a Ti Tree forest and personal vineyard with established Pinot and Chardonnay vines, Merrifield” also backs directly onto the Red Hill-Merricks Equestrian trail with gated access for you and your pony.Boasting exceptional appointments including a double carport, three car garage, machinery shed and solar hot water and electricity, this impeccable property is secluded at the head of a prestigious country lane with Merricks Store at the end of the street and the beach a little beyond. Filled with the sounds of nature, this unique property wraps you in privacy while placing you within minutes of cafes, swimming and surf beaches, restaurants, wineries and the villages of Flinders, Red Hill and Balnarring; while being within an hour’s drive of Melbourne.