148-158 Swan Bay Road

Wallington VIC 3222

With a rustic flair and an eco friendly design, the residence is well thought out with the open plan kitchen / living boasting polished concrete floors and a magnificent Barrabool stone fireplace creating a central feature in the living room. 2 bedrooms are serviced by a central bathroom and the master bedroom includes walk in robe and direct access onto the West facing deck boasting an outdoor spa. The spa is also accessible from the main living area through sliding doors. All windows and doors are double glazed to increase the energy efficiency of the home and opening to the North, a grassed entertaining space includes a pizza oven and overlooks the magnificent native rural setting. To the west a deep organic pond / billabong is an unfinished project that could be completed to create a fantastic outlook from the main living area that will encourage local birdlife and other native fauna to the area. Alternatively, you can utilise the work that has been done and easily convert the pond into a pool (STCA) OR can be filled to maximise the open grass area directly in front of the main residence.
The Gallery and BnB:
Whether you are looking for income generation or just absorbing this space into the main residence to create a large family home, the Gallery and 4 BnB's are under the same roof line as the main residence providing the flexibility to utilize however you desire.
The gallery is permitted for events and has reverse cycle air conditioning and is complimented by a commercial kitchen with servery, a lockable home office and a powder room with disability access providing a great option for daily workshops OR the ultimate entertainment room for the family. The 4 attached BnB suites are licensed and each include ensuites, TV's and reverse cycle air conditioning. They are separately accessed and can create steady income or just more rooms for the family and guests.
The Workshop:
A massive 8m x 13m garage is the ultimate workshop and has several enclosed rooms and toilet. The enclosed rooms could be utilised for music/recording rooms, extra storage or whatever you need. The garage has roller door access at the front and the rear providing through access and creating a useful space whether for storage of cars, caravans and boats or the ultimate tradies work shed. A funky and rustic outdoor entertaining space at the front includes bar area and a 2nd pizza oven.
The Studio Cottage:
The studio cottage is truly a work of art. Built from original Barrabool sandstone, iconic of a time of first settlement in the region, the stone work is clearly the toil of a master stonemason. The building also boasts open timber ceilings, gorgeous open fireplace and slate tile roofing that will have you questioning if you have travelled back into 1850. A vegetable garden to the front completes the cottage feel and makes for a great space to imagine and create or just sit and relax.
The Location:
With the flying brick cider house and adventure park at the end of the street, weekend entertainment is only a short walk away. A 5 minute drive from Ocean Grove and 15 minutes to Geelong CBD make for the ultimate rural lifestyle location. The position also offers a short trip to the peninsulas best attractions including some of the finest beaches, award winning wineries, historical sites, public and private golf courses, regular markets and events. It also neighbours Queenscliff where you can jump on the ferry and enjoy a day trip on the Mornington Peninsula... AND now with daily ferry trips from Portarlington to Melbourne CBD / Docklands, travel to the worlds most liveable city has been made much more convenient.
This is truly a unique opportunity unlike any other available in the market place. Call Dion on 0424 940 629 to learn more or arrange a private tour today.