Heart and innovation shaped this breathtaking 4.5-acre property, lushly embraced by established trees, just minutes from Olinda’s amenities. Crowned by a striking residence and a dependent person’s unit, it combines luxury and serenity with the versatility of dual living. Reached via twin driveways, the property offers full perimeter access and plentiful parking, featuring an automated gate with a camera intercom for the main residence and a separate gated driveway for the cottage. The main residence is a masterpiece of insulated rammed earth and charred timber construction, designed for year-round comfort with exceptional thermal efficiency and reclaimed timber accents. An open plan living and dining room greets you inside, adorned with engineered oak floorboards and highlighted by soaring vaulted ceilings. Oversized double-glazed windows showcase the stunning grounds, while a Chiminees Phillippe freestanding fireplace serves as a centrepiece. The adjoining kitchen offers abundant storage, quality appliances and a large breakfast island. Sliding and bifold doors open to a patio from here for seamless entertaining. Three oversized bedrooms with wool carpet offer a restful retreat, including the master suite with a walk-in wardrobe, alfresco access and an en-suite. The remaining robed bedrooms, including one with external access, share a family bathroom and a powder room. Additional features such as a laundry with a drying cupboard, underfloor heating, an indoor/outdoor sound system, generous storage and an oversized remote double garage enhance the main residence. The impressive cottage is introduced by an open plan room with vaulted ceilings, hardwood flooring and a wood heater. Two spacious bedrooms can be found in the cottage, both with wool carpet, built-in wardrobes, split system air conditioners and ceiling fans. The cottage also boasts a full kitchen, a bathroom, a laundry, two decks and a double carport. Equipped with essential infrastructure and amenities, this spectacularly crafted property is a sanctuary for multi-generational families. * Generator back-up connection * Natural gas * NBN fibre internet connection * Fire pump, 100 kilolitres of water storage and Yarra Valley Water backup connection * Vegetable patch and fruit trees * Hot house and two 20ft storage containers * Septic tank with a sand filter and herringbone irrigation * Close to bus services, reserves, trails, speciality stores, cafes, restaurants and a primary school * Home still under Builders warranty