7 Bella Vista Crescent, Olinda, Vic 3788

This timeless mid-century  Merchant Builders modern haven offers a refreshing embrace of nature, design, and serenity. Tucked amidst a 979m² (approx.) of a world famous garden oasis, this home carries a legacy as rich as its soil. 

Once owned by Otto Fauser, one of Australia’s most renowned and beloved alpine plantsmen and a life member of the Ferny Creek Horticultural Society, this property reflects his passion for rare and exotic plantings with many diverse and miniature varieties showcased. Otto, an acclaimed alpine garden enthusiast, transformed this bare block with truckloads of rock, crafting terraces that frame a botanical wonderland. His gardens, home to every known Crocus of his time, 80 varieties of Fritillaria, Hellebores, Trout Lily, Galanthus, and other dwarf bulbs, are a treasure waiting to be revived to their original splendor.

From the moment you arrive, the home’s earthy charm and forested setting evoke a sense of belonging. A fresh Dulux palette in Lexicon Quarter pairs effortlessly with its classic mid-century features that includes fresh grey/speckle carpets, soaring raked ceilings, clerestory windows, and floor-skimming glass that flood the space with light and frame the lush surrounds.

Inside, the heart of the home beats with the warmth of timber-lined ceilings and rustic brick tiles in the kitchen/meals zone. The kitchen itself, adorned with stainless-steel appliances and a retro pendant light, invites easy mornings at the breakfast bar and slow, soulful dinners with loved ones.  A lavishly sized family room is a peaceful domain to enjoy your downtime with lush, garden glances from every angle.

Accommodation includes a master suite with an ensuite and walk-in robe, while two additional robed bedrooms, tucked at the rear, promise peaceful slumber. The retro bathroom’s iconic brick tiles and two-way toilet continue the home’s nostalgic appeal, making it ideal for those who crave robust character.

Outdoors, the once glorious gardens whisper with potential - a treasure trove waiting to be loved anew. Otto’s generosity was as legendary as his green thumb – visitors often left with plants lovingly packaged and labelled, his way of ensuring their survival and continuity. It was once said, "horticulturally speaking, all roads lead to Otto," and his ethos of sharing and preservation lives on in this once extraordinary garden. 

Just a short stroll to Olinda village, where coffee, community, and culinary delights await - a harmonious blend of retreat and connection.  Whether you’re seeking an escape, a connection to nature, or simply a place to savour life’s pleasures, this Olinda classic offers it all.


At a Glance:
•	3 bedroom, 2 bathroom mid-century home on a 979m² (approx.) garden oasis.
•	Rich Legacy: Once owned by renowned plantsman Otto Fauser, and a Merchant Builders home designed by Graeme Gunn.
•	Botanical Wonderland: Features rare and exotic plantings, including Crocus, Fritillaria, Galanthus, and other dwarf bulbs, with gardens terraces.
•	Garden Potential: A treasure trove of botanical history awaiting restoration to its former glory.
•	Fresh Dulux palette in Lexicon Quarter, new grey-speckled carpets, raked ceilings, clerestory windows, and floor-skimming glass framing lush surrounds.
•	Timber-lined ceilings, rustic brick tiles, and a kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, breakfast bar, and retro pendant light.
•	Spacious Living: A large family room with garden views.
•	Master suite with ensuite and walk-in robe; two additional robed bedrooms at the rear for privacy.
•	Retro bathroom with brick tiles and two-way toilet.
•	Single garage plus off street parking.
•	Ducted heating and split system air-conditioning for seasonal comfort.
•	A short stroll to Olinda village for coffee, community, and culinary delights.


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