Distinctive, Elegant and Exclusive Tranquil Residence
A masterpiece of architecture flourishes in the exclusive hamlet of Ceres, apparent in its distinctive and elegant details. The intriguing cottage made of hand laid Castlemaine stone, has a sense of construction dated back to the early 1900’s but is in fact only 7 years old.
The cottage which is heavy in construction and stature draws the imagination toward the old French front doors, which are the entry point to an expansive, light filled family home.
The property is situated on 1020m2 parcel of land and lies within the township of the community based suburb of Ceres. The authentically crafted front stone cottage or entrance to the amazing main house, features a study that doubles up as guest quarters, as well as a home cinema and complete character filled bathroom. A glassed-in walkway leads from the cottage to the main house, offering views of courtyards and gardens on either side. The main house has been designed and constructed to replicate a French barn like structure.
The stunning, light filled glass walkway, links the cottage to the main barn like structure which makes up the main residence. The link takes you through to a relaxing, sun drenched lounge area the couples as a reading retreat. This room features floor to ceiling windows (low E-glass windows to maximise thermal efficiency and cut energy costs), rough timber trusses reclaimed from the old wool stores Geelong, polished concrete floor, cathedral ceilings, with views overlooking the magnificently curated gardens designed by award winning landscape architect Gerard Butterss.
The gradual flow from this room to the main open plan area is via a hallway with...