A Cherished Family Estate on a Beautifully Usable Acre in One of Wonga Park's Finest Locations
Offered for the first time in over 40 years, 8 Arunga Drive, Wonga Park presents a rare opportunity to secure a much-loved family home in one of the suburb's most tightly held and sought-after pockets.
Thoughtfully designed by the family and expertly crafted by renowned Fasham Johnson, this timeless residence has provided decades of treasured memories and is now ready to begin its next chapter.
Privately positioned with an elevated entrance that creates a wonderful sense of arrival and separation from the street, the home enjoys a peaceful and secluded setting. Set on a beautifully usable, level one-acre allotment, the property offers an exceptional lifestyle with expansive lawns for children to play, a full-sized tennis court, five garden sheds providing excellent storage for tools, equipment and hobbies, solar panels to enhance energy efficiency, and an abundance of space to entertain, relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Inside, the home has been thoughtfully designed to embrace its picturesque setting. Multiple living areas provide wonderful flexibility for family living, each capturing beautiful garden outlooks through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the home with natural light. The inviting lounge, complete with a beautiful open fireplace, creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect place to gather with loved ones throughout the cooler months. A dedicated formal dining room provides the perfect setting for elegant entertaining, family celebrations and memorable gatherings. A separate living area with a wood oven offers a cosy retreat for relaxed family evenings, entertaining guests or enjoying the warmth and ambience of a traditional wood-fired setting. A spacious rumpus room provides a versatile retreat for families of all ages and flows effortlessly into the light-filled sunroom, offering the perfect place to relax and enjoy the changing seasons while seamlessly connecting to the paved outdoor entertaining area, ideal for alfresco dining, entertaining family and friends, or simply soaking in the tranquil garden surrounds.
Designed for growing families, the residence offers four spacious bedrooms, including a generous main suite complete with a walk-in robe and private ensuite. Two of the three remaining bedrooms also feature walk-in robes, providing exceptional storage and flexibility, while a central family bathroom services the home. The well-appointed kitchen is complemented by a large walk-in pantry, offering excellent storage and functionality for everyday family living and entertaining. Secure accommodation for two vehicles further enhances the home's practicality. Year-round comfort is assured with heating and cooling throughout, while the thoughtfully designed floorplan combines comfort, functionality and timeless appeal, creating a home that has effortlessly catered to the same family for more than four decades.
Perfectly positioned, the home enjoys an enviable lifestyle location within easy walking distance of Wonga Park's village amenities, including the local supermarket, butcher, post office, sporting facilities, Wonga Park Primary School and Burch Memorial Kindergarten.
Families will also appreciate the convenient access to an excellent selection of highly regarded schools, including Yarra Road Primary School, Mooroolbark College, Luther College, Yarra Valley Grammar, Tintern Grammar and Oxley College, all just a short drive or bus ride away. Nearby lifestyle attractions include Wonga Park Reserve, North Croydon Shopping Plaza, local cafés, multiple bus routes and Chirnside Park Shopping Centre, ensuring every convenience is within easy reach.
Opportunities to secure a genuine family estate of this calibre, with the pedigree of a Fasham Johnson build, a prized one-acre allotment and an outstanding Wonga Park address, are increasingly rare.
Lovingly cared for by the same family for over 40 years, this is far more than just a home, it is a place where c
