SOLD by Jellis Craig. With the feeling of a luxury resort, this magnificent family home is privately set on 1.25 acres (approx.) of architecturally landscaped gardens, successfully blending modern luxury with thoughtfully planned living and alfresco zones designed for large scale entertaining. At the heart, a vast living room enhanced by a raised ceiling and a large cosy lava rock gas fire accompanies a dining zone with stunning overhead pendant lighting and a custom bar.

The exquisite kitchen takes centre stage, appointed with granite benches, a servery window to the entertainment areas, premium Miele and Zug appliances - including twin ovens, an induction cooktop and teppanyaki grill, integrated rangehood, Billi hot/cold/sparkling water tap and a large second kitchen/butler’s pantry boasting a full complement of new gloss red Smeg appliances.

Luxury accommodation includes the master suite with incredible built-in storage and private terrace access, complemented by large his-and-hers walk-in robes (ladies with a makeup station) and a bespoke ensuite finished with a lush garden outlook, heated floor and towel rails, triple shower with multiple rain heads, a dual basin vanity and Roca smart toilet. The remaining bedrooms are well serviced by an equally luxe main bathroom with a high-end Laufen bath, toilet and basin overlooking an Agave and Bamboo garden viewed through large bi-fold windows and glass ceiling.

Step outside to a covered alfresco zone with a fully-equipped outdoor kitchen, overlooking the heated pool framed by beautifully tended gardens to wander through and enjoy some quiet reflection. A self-contained 1-bedroom garden studio provides upmarket accommodation when family and friends come to stay or the ultimate home office for those working remotely.

An extensive list of features includes automated front gates, CCTV, C-Bus, Oak floorboards, electric heating, refrigerated cooling, 26KW solar with 2-Telsa batteries, ceiling fans, wool carpet, automated skylights, curtains and blinds to master suite, double glazed windows, large machinery shed/tradies workshop, 3-phase power, chicken/animal coop with electric fencing, dog run, veggie gardens, children’s cubbyhouse, 60,000L water tanks, automated watering system and a double auto garage with toilet.

In a quiet neighbourhood close to Research Central and Primary School, zoned for Eltham High, with easy access to Warrandyte shops and cafes, the Yarra River and wineries in the region, Eltham Village and Train Station Eltham College, a wide range of local parks, walking trails and recreational facilities.