Who said moving to the country cannot be a life of comfort and luxury!!! According to the “Quality of Life Index”, the Macedon Ranges ranks as one of the most appealing and desirable regions in Australia. Rich in history, the area also boasts pristine landscapes and natural features, a cool climate, distinct seasons, a thriving artisanal food and wine culture and a strong sense of community. It is not hard to understand why people are opting out of urbanisation to settle for this tranquil calming region and pace of life, where you are under an hour from Melbourne CBD yet feel like you in another world. ‘Tulloona’ represents executive country living at its best with 560m2 of internal living space and a verandah/entertainment area of 200m2 – a total of 760m2 of living. This solid 3-storey solid masonry home is privately positioned on a 76-acre exceptional parkland setting with stunning views towards the You Yangs and Geelong. The interiors have been designed to capture the abundant natural light and views. All the rooms of this home are grand, have wonderful symmetry and built to very high standards and specifications – nothing has been spared at Tulloona. The floorplan of the home comprises of a huge sunroom and hall with floor-to-ceiling windows, sitting/family room which is over 10 metres long and perfect for festive family gatherings, with French doors to the wide balcony, a dining room, piano room/library, 2 large bedrooms with ensuites and WIR, a seperate guest powder room and laundry. The characterful country kitchen is perfect for the dedicated cook and is fully equipped with a gas top/electric oven, Stanley wood oven, food preparation areas, pantries and extensive storage. The house also features stunning period lighting, ornate fireplaces and overmantels sourced from historic estates throughout Melbourne. All windows are tough glass and double glazed. The staircase leads to 3 further large bedrooms a sitting area, bathroom and seperate powder room. The integrated remote-controlled garaging is the piece de resistance with multiple large storage rooms and cellarage, concrete flooring, and room for 3 cars. Tulloona is situated at the base of Mount Bullengarook. The established woodland garden of this holding is abundant with native and deciduous trees, flower beds, bulbs, perennials, extensive lawn areas and magnificent shade trees. The eastern flank of the property is pristine with a native forest. There is strong water security on the property with 30 and 3 megalitre dams, an ornamental lake, average rainfall of 700mm and 4 water tanks with a holding capacity of 107,000 litres. The property has mains power and 6.5kva solar panels with a Tesla 13.5kw storage unit. Talloona is well-fenced and includes a huge 20m x 7m machinery shed or garaging for a prized car collection and a large workshop/shed. Tulloona is perfectly positioned, a short distance from Gisborne. The area is serviced by leading schools, supermarkets, retail shops and eateries and has quick and easy access to Melbourne via the Calder Highway and train service. Tullsmarine airport is a 40 minute drive. Tulloona is the perfect country family home, executive weekender, or interstate escape. This property showcases all that the astute buyer aspires to – position, privacy, tranquillity, affordability, value, and a secure investment in one of Australia’s most liveable and desirable locations – the Macedon Ranges. For further information or to arrange and private inspection, please contact Dominic Romeo on 0438 500 277 or email dominicromeo@circaheritageandlifestyle.com.au.
