233 Gaaschs Road, Harcourt, Vic 3453

From the beautiful tree lined entry, to the driveway winding through lush rolling paddocks, this 25ac (10.16ha) property is a testament to thoughtful design, construction and an empathetic approach to how a home should sit in its environment.  Enjoying a commanding position atop a grassy knoll, the custom-designed timber and steel residence boasts wide front and rear verandahs that run the length of the home. Another defining feature are large windows throughout and glass French doors that not only blend the home seamlessly with its stunning landscape but afford simply breathtaking views across the Goldfields to the distant Pyrenees Range.

Step inside to an interior designed for stylish, yet relaxed living and entertainment.  The crisp all-white palette combines beautifully with the honey-coloured hardwood flooring that flows throughout the expansive open-plan family zones.  At the home’s heart is the showstopper kitchen.  Bespoke in design and finish, with sweeping stainless-steel benchtops over an abundance of high-gloss cabinetry, premium 900ml gas/electric appliances, dishwasher, WIP plus spacious breakfast bar, the kitchen is an entertainer’s delight. If outdoor dining beckons, and in this sublime setting, it will, draw back the French doors and relax, dine and entertain on the covered alfresco deck overlooking glorious gardens and paddocks. Alternatively, take a short flight of steps from the front verandah to a lovely brick-paved outdoor entertainment patio set within tranquil gardens and lawns embraced by mature trees. 

At day’s end, retire to one of three superbly appointed and generously proportioned bedrooms; the privately situated, triple-aspect premier suite with WIR and stunning expansive views. At the opposite end of the home are two queen bedrooms, both with BIR. Centrally located is the stunning family bathroom and adjacent laundry with toilet.  A home of this quality boasts many additional highlights including wood-fire heating by Nectre Mega, reverse-cycle air-conditioning throughout, ceiling fans, 10,000-gal tank water, traditional septic waste transpiration system, roof top fire sprinkler system, plus parking for 6 or more cars. A coveted north-south aspect delivers exceptional passive solar benefits and a corresponding 5-star energy rating.  Surrounding the home is an array of infrastructure including a garden shed, camping hut and beautifully fitted out man-cave or studio which could double as a teenager’s retreat or guest accommodation. 

Beyond the home and gardens, the property boasts two established fenced paddocks making this an ideal property for lovers of horses, alpacas, cattle and sheep.  A dam and bore water support the gardens, paddocks, stock, and orchard. 

Conveniently located in picturesque Harcourt, 10 minutes from Castlemaine, 20 minutes from Bendigo and 90 minutes from Melbourne, rarely does a lifestyle property of this calibre enter the market, making this a highly desirable offering, the lifestyle benefits of which will readily be appreciated by the discerning buyer.  A turn-key property ready for you to live your best life.