15 Old Coach Road, Montrose, Vic 3765

It's your once in a lifetime opportunity to secure this rare and unique property.

First time on offer for over 20 years with the all the hard work completed, this prime address is only 45 minutes from the city and is on the foothills of Melbourne's sublime Mt Dandenong Ranges. It is close to the local shopping village, public transport, childcare/schools, and bike/walking tracks whilst being private and secluded.

Welcoming you at each entrance of the 4,200 sqm property are white English hunting gates and picket fences, leading you through the winding driveways set amongst the mature gardens, you will discover the 2-storey white weatherboard residence steeped in history. Perfecting the balance between modern luxuries whilst embracing past architecture, the home boasts 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 4 separate living areas as well as a hidden cellar.

Recent renovations were designed to accommodate dual family living or B&B/short stays whist maintaining the integrity of the original house. The large kitchen is not only beautiful but functional, with ample storage and Oregon bench tops. The adjoining meals/living area is inviting with an open fireplace and blue stone hearth. An abundance of natural light filters through feature windows that flank this area.

Ten foot high ceilings with art deco ceiling roses, iron chandeliers, original baltic floorboards, salvaged feature doors, and original pressed metal ceilings feature throughout. Picture sash windows allow natural light to pervade, making it bright and spacious. The neutral colour palette is the perfect blank canvas for decorating.

The library has shelving to the ceiling and sits serenely opposite the entry with its grand and impressive thirteen foot high ceilings. The very spacious living room features a stone open fire place and French bevelled glass doors leading to the grand balcony with large hand-turned posts. The captivating views over the Edna Walling style gardens can be fully appreciated. The generous master bedroom has a leafy outlook with private access to this balcony.
Enter the large contemporary bathroom by an antique etched door. A double shower and modern vanity provide both comfort and luxury.

The oversized laundry has double troughs and built in floor-to-ceiling storage behind original baltic doors. The bedroom and/or study is delightful with a feature bay window. The back veranda has views of the garden, fruit trees and veggie patch whilst you entertain by the BBQ.

Wonder down the stairs, custom built with wrought iron balustrading to find the hidden cellar. Two generous bedrooms, each with built in wardrobes, a third bedroom/study, a luxurious bathroom with original claw foot bath, large central living area and a boot room with external access through French doors completes the picture of Rockley.

This property will be on the market until 26th April 2016

Contact Ryan Bell on 0417 052 297.

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