175 Clarkes Road

Upper Plenty VIC 3756

A unique property with so much space, charm, character and originality (think Eltham's Montsalvat). Described by visiting children as the 'Harry Potter Castle', you will walk into this home through the grand front entrance and immediately feel relaxed and at home. Never before offered for sale, this is a very special and private place, built lovingly and thoughtfully by the current owners over a 30 year period. Three levels constructed of mud brick and stone on 50 acres of lifestyle living. Recycled materials have been used throughout leadlight windows from a demolished convent in Malvern, church doors from the Goldfields area, windows from an ex repatriation hospital, staircase from the old Geelong Post Office, and much more. Australian style verandas surround three sides of the ground floor and there is a well-developed outdoor entertainment area. Close to Hume freeway and only 25 minutes from the northern suburbs. The local primary school is within walking distance and has an excellent reputation. There are a number of public and private secondary schools with bus transport close by. This is an undiscovered rural gem - so beautiful and so close to Melbourne, Tullamarine and the northern suburbs.
Up to 5 bedrooms with three bathrooms (one with large spa bath) and numerous open living spaces, this could be a large family home, B&B, or multi-generational family home. Beautiful gardens surround the home with views from almost every room. A custom built library houses up to 8,000 books and an underground 5 x 5m wine cellar will house a large wine collection. A wood heater (ample wood can be sourced from the property) heats the ground floor area, as well as two open fire places for comfort and ambience. Two garages will house three vehicles. There is an adjacent workshop area as well as purpose-built areas for a potential studio (currently used as a leadlighting studio) and storage. A four bay machinery shed could accommodate additional vehicles, machinery and /or stock feed.
There is ample wood available on the property to supply the slow combustion heater and two fire places.