65 Barreenong Road, Cottles Bridge, Vic 3099

Settled on the high point of a 6.86 acre (approx.) allotment within the historic Dunmoochin Estate, a carefully considered re-imagining has seen this former pottery studio transformed into a unique residence.

Overlooking the Yarra and Kinglake Ranges, the breathtaking, ever-changing views combined with the solace and solitude deliver a beautiful haven of total tranquility that only a privileged few will ever enjoy. 

Some mornings you can see the balloons floating over the Yarra Valley; on others, you'll see the mist amongst the rolling hills.  You'll often find kangaroos out the front, kookaburras singing loudly, and the odd echidna waddling by to say hello. 

Wrapping around an interior designed by renowned interior designer Sally Feeney with a brief to create welcoming warmth and a modern look whilst still retaining the rustic charm, is a quintessential solar passive mudbrick design the house retains the warmth in winter and keeps the heat out in summer. 

At one end of the house is the master bedroom, which has huge wardrobes and a fabulous, recently renovated ensuite.  The ensuite has loads of windows to bring in the morning light and a heated towel rail to make sure you're cozy when you jump out of the shower. 

At the other end of the house is a cleverly conceived self-contained wing. Introducing a kitchenette, lounge area, separate bedroom (both featuring striking polished concrete floors) and a luxury bathroom with a walk-in shower and stunning timber slab as the vanity, it is ideal for multi-generational living or would work brilliantly to deliver an income stream through short-term accommodation. 

In between, you'll discover a vast living and dining space anchored by a wood fire heater and enhanced by exposed beams and overlooked by a solid timber kitchen featuring premium appliances and a spacious study.

Graced with plenty of morning sun and afternoon shade, the expansive outdoor entertaining spaces seamlessly blend exposed aggregate, repurposed bricks and old wharf timbers from Melbourne's Docklands, all to create a haven for alfresco enjoyment with the range's backdrop. Created by mudbrick specialist Peter Bell, the focal point of this exceptional space is a plunge pool/spa.  What better way to spend a hot summer's day than by the pool looking out over the Yarra Valley or a chilly night in the hot spa, staring up at the stars? 

Under-house storage is complemented by a huge shed. Built around two 20-foot shipping containers, it will give you plenty of space to keep all your things safe.  The shed has a concrete floor, light, and power.  There are also two dams on the property, with power to pump water from the bottom dam to a storage tank if you desire. 

All this, yet it's only minutes from Hurstbridge train station and an easy trip to Diamond Creek - everything is at your fingertips!