12 Dahlhaus Court, Leopold, Vic 3224

An exquisite and luxurious family home set on a sprawling green acre in the heart of Leopold.
 
Nestled at the gateway to the Bellarine wine region, Leopold is a thriving community with a vibrant sports culture and exceptional amenities. This property located on a private sealed road in a quiet court, offers a rare level of seclusion. A pedestrian gate at the rear provides easy access to a thoroughfare leading to Gateway Shopping Centre, public transport, and Leopold Memorial Reserve. A short walk in the opposite direction takes you to the recently upgraded and expanded Leopold Primary School, Library and Community Centre. With Geelong CBD just a 15-minute drive away and Melbourne CBD a little over an hour, this home offers unparalleled convenience. Just 15 minutes from Ocean Grove Surf Beach and Point Lonsdale, this property provides the perfect blend of coastal living and the privacy of a family retreat in a close-knit community.
 
The Property Originally constructed in the 90s with quality craftsmanship, has been tastefully renovated and expanded by the current owners to suit today’s living. The result is a seamless fusion of classic and contemporary elegance suited to multi-generational timeless family living over a single level with very easy access, creating spaces that are inviting and practical.
 
The approach to the home exudes sophistication, with electric gates opening to a porte cochère and abundant off street secure parking with an expansive Geostone driveway leading to a double-height garage with a remote electric door. Sustainability and energy efficiency have been thoughtfully integrated with features such as double-glazed windows and doors, zoned ducted heating and cooling, 3 phase power, 21 solar panels and bullnosed verandas surrounding the house.
 
The north-facing, open-plan family lounge and dining area are bathed in natural light, offering a cozy yet refined atmosphere with panelled walls, a wood heater, and a large bay window. The Hampton-inspired colour palette is complemented by engineered oak floors and sheer curtains. This space is designed for both relaxation and entertainment, with dimmable lighting and ceiling-installed surround sound speakers. 
 
Adjacent to this space is a chef’s dream kitchen, outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances, including a Wolf oven, Gaggenau steamer, two integrated Liebherr fridge/freezers, a double-drawer integrated Fisher and Paykel dishwasher, a double sink, a Miele induction cooktop with a gas wok burner, and a Quasair 3 motor rangehood. The kitchen’s 2PAC-coated cabinetry is paired with sleek stone benchtops, including a central large island with pendant lighting. A sliding door reveals the butler’s pantry, complete with ample storage, a plumbed fridge space, an additional double sink with insinkerator, and a Meile dishwasher. Ideal for entertaining, French windows open to an external bar overlooking to pool.
 
At the heart of the home is the family living, kitchen, and dining space, flanked by two distinct wings. The east wing hosts the primary suite and cinema, while the west wing houses the guest suite, additional bedrooms, a formal lounge, a sitting area, and a office/library.
 
The primary suite, accessed through a private hall, offers a luxurious retreat. The spacious bedroom provides direct access to the pool, dimmable sconce lighting, a bay window, and a serene garden view. The 15m² walk-in robe offers ample storage, complete with mirrored dressers. The ensuite is a sanctuary of luxury, featuring dual toilets, a double shower, double vanity, and floor-to-ceiling stone tiles.
 
The purpose designed cinema offers an unparalleled viewing experience, with tiered seating for 10, 11/2 Atmos surround sound, acoustic plaster, and a 4K laser projector. The cinema is complemented by attached communications and powder rooms.
 
The west wing is equally as luxurious, featuring a guest suite with a large bedroom, a bay window, dimmable lighting, an ensuite, and a walk-in robe. Additional bedrooms in this wing are equipped with built-in robes and share a spacious central bathroom with a bathtub and a powder room. The generous office/library, lined with floor-to-ceiling shelving, can easily be converted into an additional bedroom. The formal lounge, complete with an open fireplace and views of the gardens and pool, offers a perfect space for relaxation, as does the adjoining sitting room or reading nook.
 
The outdoor spaces are designed to match the home’s high-end features and expansive layout. Highlights include a Geostone patio, an 11.2 x 4.4-meter salt-chlorinated pool with a heat pump, and an outdoor kitchen fitted with a stone benchtop, a 6-burner Weber BBQ, and an Al Forno pizza oven. The property also includes purpose-built kennels, a chicken run and coop, a maintenance yard, sheds, raised veggie patches, a herb garden, and fruit trees. Every structure has been strategically placed to maximize the space, making the most of this lush, secure, undulating acre.
 
Strategically located with potential for subdivision and additional access from Kylemore Court (STCA), this property offers a wealth of possibilities. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience luxury living in one of Leopold’s most coveted homes