Last Listing description (December 2020)
Phone enquiry code for this property: 2143
Timeless English Estate by the Coast.
Beautifully renovated historic Bluestone Homestead, 65 squares, (cc 1881).
River frontage with gorgeous meadow views.
Rural estate set over 42 acres.
Bespoke feature windows and character features.
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, study, kitchen, multiple living and formal lounge rooms.
Multiple shedding and 4 car spaces
As new Equestrian facilities with near Olympic -sized arena.
6 km to Warrnambool CBD.
Two hours from Ballarat, three hours from Melbourne.
Occupying an elevated site overlooking the rolling hills of the picturesque Merri Valley, Rosebank is one of only a rare few Bluestone Homesteads situated in the immediate hinterland of Warrnambool. Rosebank is the very epitome of timeless elegance. This immaculate bluestone rural estate is set over 42 acres from where she enjoys almost five acres of gardens, 700m of river frontage and breathtaking country meadow views complete with authentic pond water feature.
Her crowning glory however is a historic bluestone homestead, originally constructed in 1881 but which has been beautifully and sensitively renovated to incorporate all the conveniences of a modern day rural lifestyle. A lengthy secluded driveway provides access to the property via the carefully curated and hand-cultivated Botanic English grounds and secret pathways which surround the master residence.
A grand foyer provides an impressive introduction to the five bedroom, three bathroom home's assortment of formal and informal living and dining spaces while bohemia red glass feature windows, hand-etched and signed by the master craftsman, frame the front door. Italian marble tiles complete a formal black and white flooring feature and complement the stunning Druse Crystal chandelier.
A beautifully styled modern extension to the home achieves a wonderful open plan kitchen, dining and living zone, the highlight of which includes a welcoming feature fireplace and delightful box window that offers exquisite views to the garden beyond and floods the room with natural light. The kitchen has been purpose-built for the gourmet chef and boasts eye-catching white timber cabinetry and feature lighting, together with modern Miele appliances and twin fridge and freezer units.
French glass doors lead through to the homestead's original front veranda which has been encased in glass, creating a delightful sun-filled informal living area. The homestead's master bedroom comes complete with a separate dressing room and master bathroom ensuite complete with double shower and stunning skylight. Heating and cooling is ducted throughout the home and five open fire places create a welcoming ambience.
Set within property boundaries is a well presented four bay machinery shed, Hay shed and a dairy shed. There are also cattle yards incorporating crush and loading ramp, together with fully-connected equestrian stables with turned feature posts, two holding yards and a near Olympic sized riding arena with flood lights and automated sprinkler system. Post and rail fencing has been completed for all main paddocks.
WARRNAMBOOL CITY:
Warrnambool City with a population of 33,948 within its local government
area is situated on the Princes Highway marking the western end of the
world famous Great Ocean Road. Warrnambool, Victorias fastest
growing coastal city, is a thriving regional centre for the south west
boasting excellent educational, business, tourism and agricultural
services.
Phone enquiry code for this property: 2143