2 Craig Avon Lane, Merricks North, Vic 3926

Unique and enchanting, this superb Merricks North lifestyle property nestled among two acres of professionally designed gardens with a heated inground pool will capture your heart.

From the driveway flanked by century-old heritage listed cypress trees to the character-filled 5BR mudbrick residence, hardworking vegetable plot and `palais du poulet' for the chooks, The Secret Garden is a magical oasis offering a superb rural lifestyle moments from beaches, wineries and a host of charming hinterland townships.

Ambient features include rustic brick flooring, leadlight feature windows, recycled brick feature walls, a crackling open fire place and vintage pot belly stove, while the floorplan delivers comfortable living and dining zones plus a well-appointed country kitchen with 900mm oven, twin draw dishwashers and huge picture window to invite the gorgeous garden surrounds in.

And when balmy summer days call for long and leisurely meals alfresco, the paved entertaining patio and barbecue gazebo will be just the ticket. Offering direct access to the pool deck, the master bedroom has a walk-in robe and ensuite, while three additional bedrooms, all with built-in robes, share a highly original family bathroom with freestanding slipper bath.

With a spacious detatched fifth bedroom offering brilliant scope as a home office or artist's studio, extras include five split-system airconditioning units, extensive storage, workshed and woodstore and four-car accommodation.

The property also offers a great opportunity for working from home with office,
ample parking for vehicles, turning circle in the drive way and good main road exposure. A good fit for family and business!