On 80 acres of divine Newham countryside, Illawong is one of the stellar properties of the Macedon Ranges.
The house is perfectly situated to capture the best of the blissful views of lake, mountain and trees. Thoughtful planning and design has allowed all but one of its 18 rooms to have a northern aspect. The house is private and can’t been seen from the road.
A long curved driveway leads to the house and the port-cochere at the front.
Measuring 44 squares, the architect designed house has two symmetrical wings joined by the entry and dining room. The latter has windows on three sides and extends into the garden. It is a focus for outdoor entertaining, with paved terraces all around overlooking the wonderful lake.
On either side, the spacious lounge and living rooms have an integrated fireplace and eye-catching marble hearth. There is zoned underfloor heating and hydronic heating upstairs. Lofty ceilings and full height windows combine with the northern sun to make these rooms awash with natural light.
Currently used as a studio, there is a third living area with the same fabulous views and abundant light.
Beautiful marble features on the benchtops and splashbacks in the gourmet kitchen, with its Stanley combustion stove, gas cooktop and Miele dishwasher. There is a big island bench and an enormous pantry.
On the ground floor are three bedrooms. The guest bedroom enjoys a private ensuite, whilst the two remaining share a large and well-appointed bathroom.
The master suite occupies the entire first floor, and has twin dressing rooms, a bathroom and a private and stylish study. The views from this elevation are breathtaking.
The English style garden is a star in its own right.
Seen from all the main rooms, the ornamental lake is the focus of the garden to the north of the house, but there is beauty everywhere. From the jaw-dropping views of the...
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