300 Maldon Shelbourne Road, Maldon, Vic 3463

From the front gate, a beautiful tree-lined driveway ahead of you, it’s clear you’re about to enter a property of superior quality; one that delivers a highly desired but rarely found lifestyle.  In a stunning setting, stretching out before you are 80 acres, fully fenced and beautifully presented.  Largely cleared to pasture and divided into three paddocks including 10 acres of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Semillon grapes, the property is ideal for horses, sheep, alpacas, cattle and recreational pursuits. Three substantial dams provide ample water for vines and stock.

Two impressive barn style structures provide a unique variety of living space, guest accommodation, entertaining, workshop and hobby areas.  Skillfully built into one end of the barn is the main residence.  The two-storey delight has been designed to merge seamlessly with its surroundings. A well thought-out floor plan enhanced by a crisp white palette delivers generously proportioned living and dining spaces filled with natural light and lovely views of the property and Nuggety Ranges.  At ground level the living/dining area flows through to the kitchen with sweeping benchtops over an abundance of cabinetry and electric appliances. Glass sliders open to the lawns and garden.  The premier suite with his and hers walk-in robes has easy access to the stylish family bathroom.  Atop a flight of stairs are three queen bedrooms each with opening roof windows and views across the vineyard.  The remainder of the barn comprise a 14.5m x 12.15m high garage/shed with power, concrete floor and roller door access, this is the perfect space for cars, plant and machinery, workshop, storage or hobby area. Additional highlights of this impressive residence are quality fixtures and fittings throughout, cosy wood-fire heating, floating timber floorboards, quality carpets and split system heating/cooling.

Adjacent to the main residence is a second barn featuring a guest or teenager’s retreat with two spacious living zones, premier bedroom with walk-in robe, bathroom, separate home office/study or possible sixth bedroom.  There’s also a 12.7m x 14.24m workshop area with ample garaging, workshop or studio space, plus a mezzanine area for extra storage.

And for entertainment, it’s hard to go past the charming, rustic, custom-built ‘Nuggety Saloon’ that comfortably caters for large crowds, a variety of events or could be the perfect cellar door. If peace is preferred then simply relax with family and enjoy time on the deck surrounded by vines, pastures and the tranquility that your own oasis brings.
 
Lifestyle properties such as this are increasingly rare and coupled with its proximity to Historic Maldon the opportunity to live your best life in a beautiful setting so close to amenities is one to embrace. If it’s a beautiful rural lifestyle you’re searching for, you’ve found it at The Rusty Gate.