140 Mulcahys Road, Trentham, Vic 3458

Instantly unwind in this uniquely private and peaceful modern farmhouse style hideaway set on 1.19ha (2.9ac) with calming outlook across lawn and through dotted gums to the restful lake with its island of deciduous trees. The perfect area to enjoy lazy picnics and try your luck at trout fishing. Thoughtfully designed and built with Passivehaus principles this home is cutting edge with its eco credentials. Connecting galvanized iron-clad pavilions, warm timber highlights, and neutral sun-catching interiors - this striking home only 20 mins walk from town emanates a bespoke sense of luxury and enduring comfort, ensconced by established hedges and low maintenance gardens.

Cleverly zoned, the central hub features a north facing grand open plan living/dining space below a soaring cathedral ceiling adjacent to the beautifully appointed stone kitchen comprising a stone-clad island bench, induction cooktop with integrated ventilation, dishwasher and double butler sinks. A spacious butler’s pantry with sink contains dual European ovens, space for a large plumbed fridge/freezer. There is also a sizeable laundry with butlers sink, loads of storage and hanging space.

The main living area opens onto the wide north-facing deck where lingering sunsets enrich alfresco entertaining with changing seasonal views to the lake. In one pavilion is the master bedroom with en-suite, WIR and private deck and a flexible and spacious 2nd living room, home office and/or 4th bedroom with a fold out murphy bed cleverly concealed in the wall of cupboards. Located in the opposite pavilion are 2 further king sized bedrooms with a shared bathroom.

Quality is evident throughout with solid 2.4m doors, hand-scraped distressed oak flooring, light timber window frames and white-washed interiors, provide a soothing and versatile backdrop for luxe interior styling. The resort-like ensuite and second bathroom with separate WC are finished in textural travertine-style tiles, both with stone benchtops, a walk-in shower, brushed nickel tapware and ample vanity storage.

Ingenious Passivehaus design principles have been adopted to ensure comfort, sustainability, and cost-efficiency as follows:

· Thermally broken high-performance windows imported from Europe minimise heat loss during winter, and retain cool air during summer. These windows are constructed with timber internally and powder coated metal externally – meaning no painting.

· Carbonite advanced panel construction provide exceptional insulation and airtightness to reduce energy consumption and improve building performance

· Mechanical ventilation system with heat recovery (MVHR) providing continuous freshly filtered non allergenic air supply whilst recovering heat/coolness from outgoing air, reducing the need for additional heating/cooling

· HWS with heat pump for greater energy efficiency

· Superior insulation materials within walls, roofs and flooring create a thermal barrier to minimise heat loss throughout the building envelope


Additional features include:

Indoor

· Expansive low-maintenance rear deck built from composite NewTechWood with overhead L-shaped beams for grapevine shading, stepping down to landscaped gardens and lush lawns highlighted by deciduous trees

· Garden up lighting

· Thermosoft panel heaters

· Blinds and textural sheers throughout the home

· Daikin split system heating/cooling to bedrooms for that extra boost of comfort

· Hardwired booster Wi-Fi points for greater signal strength

· 3-phase power supply

Outdoor

· Oversized double carport

· Lockable workshop and shipping container storage

· A visitor parking zone

· 47,700L in water tanks with pumps for healthy gardens and produce

· 10,000 CFA tank

· 7.4Kw Roof top solar panels

· Established raised vegetable garden beds with room to expand

· Character-filled potting shed

· Pear and apple espalier, blueberries, raspberries and rhubarb beds

· 5 x 9M hot house with overhead water sprinkler system

· 6 x 9M Shed with 3 phase power available

· Private and direct rear access to the popular Domino Trail

· Connected to town water/sewer

This one-off impeccable residence is beautifully sited for peaceful and premium living – Ideal as a permanent home, a weekend Melbourne escape or as lucrative short stay income. A stone’s throw from local amenities and highlights including the Trentham Golf Club, Du Fermier restaurant, Red Beard Bakery, Trentham Falls and the historic Domino Trail to name just a few.