Sublimely set on a rare Balnarring Beach acreage (26 acres approx.), an original 5 bedroom Fasham Johnson build with a completed extension designed by local draftsman Rod Hannah, has been designed with abundant natural light and bucolic views at the forefront, to inspire effortless family living, holidaying hosting and alfresco poolside entertaining. Generously proportioned, and impressively fitted-out with luxe natural finishes, the single level contemporary residence sits beautifully in the picturesque landscape, with light flooding in from all angles. The architectural hallmarks include multiple sky lights and banks of highlight windows, and each room has a picture-perfect outlook. The main open plan living area is north-facing, oriented towards the pool terrace and rural backdrop. It has a cosy wood fire, plenty of space to lounge and dine, and flows through to the timber/granite kitchen with island bench, Bosch appliances including an induction cooktop, double wall oven & dishwasher, and large walk-in pantry. With a lovely outlook artfully framed by a vine-draped pergola, the zoned main bedroom suite has an ensuite and WIR/dressing room, and sliding-glass door access to outside. A further four bedrooms, all have BIRs and ceiling fans, there is a built-in study nook, a further two fully tiled/stone bathrooms with walk-in showers and a fabulous lounge/retreat area with a built-in day beds and trundles designed to accommodate up to six younger guests.
Accessible by sliding glass doors from all living areas, the rear of the home is surrounded by the paved alfresco area with in-ground heated swim spa. A wood fired pizza oven and outdoor shower complete the relaxed outdoor liveability. Bordered by the Merricks Creek and bushland reserve, the beautifully maintained property has access driveways on two roads, six fenced paddocks with water troughs (town water), a 3-bay machinery shed, ideal for boat and caravan parking, plus storage/tack room, two dams, water tank, veggie patch, and more than 150 mature olive trees. Includes central electric heating and cooling, double carport with internal access, laundry, powder room, ample storage and town water.
Idyllically located, in a tranquil coastal neighbourhood, just 300 metres to the sandy shores of Balnarring Beach, and in walking distance to Tulum General Store, just minutes to Balnarring Village and world class Peninsula attractions including wineries, restaurants, golf courses and beaches, with easy access to Peninsula Link.
