Located a pleasant 20 minute drive from the heart of Bendigo is this family friendly abode at the foot of the Lockwood Hills. Built in 2003, the home is surrounded by a lovely established 8 acres making it the ideal place for you to enjoy the type of lifestyle you have always dreamed of! Entrance to the property is via a shady tree lined driveway, taking you all the way to the home which is perfectly positioned away from the road. Offering approx 21.9 squares of living, the residence has been well maintained and impeccably cared for by the owners. Four good sized bedrooms provide ample accommodation – all with ceiling fans, three have built in robes, the master complete with walk in robe and three piece ensuite. A separate walk through study is large enough to use for a number of purposes including a sun soaked sitting room or formal dining area if you prefer. The functional open plan kitchen/meals/living zone is the central hub for the family to gather. Relax in the generous living room with slide door to patio whilst you wait for the family chef to cook up a storm in the well appointed kitchen. Entertaining is made easy with electric cooking appliances, double pantry, oodles of storage and bench space – all whilst you enjoy the views of the hills beyond. A large formal lounge at the front of the home is currently utilised as a pool room and ensures that living space is well catered for, whilst the three piece main bathroom and separate loo ensures there are no annoying queues. Relief from the elements is provided by reverse cycle heating and cooling. All the hard work is done for you when you walk outdoors, and you will really appreciate the peaceful and private rural setting . A large covered patio is a fantastic vantage point to enjoy the landscaped garden and space between your neighbours. There are 7 fully fenced paddocks with electric ring lock fencing – perfectly set up for the horse lover or hobby farmer. Established trees have been well planted with privacy in mind, and the greenhouse is a great spot for a veggie patch. Water is in ample supply with over 20,000 gallons in storage capacity plus a 1 meg dam. Shedding is a real feature with options aplenty. The large main shed has 2-phase power, double roller doors at the front and one at the side, and room for 5 cars, while a handy separate workshop at the side is a bonus. Another large shed lies at the rear of the property adjacent to the fully enclosed chook yard and a three car carport ensures there is room to house a boat or caravan as well as your cars. Definitely for those who appreciate value for money, and for lovers of a quiet and peaceful lifestyle, inspection of this property will not disappoint!