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17 MARCH 2015
PEACEFUL SECLUSION ENJOYING distant views of the Patch Valley and Dandenong Ranges, ensuring complete privacy from the world, this exclusive Robin Boyd architecturally designed residence presents you with peaceful seclusion. Behind a long driveway not a sound can be heard, leading to a discreet entrance. The dramatic roofline with floor to ceiling windows captures abundant natural light throughout the entire family home. Arriving to find a magnificent pond and waterfall, then into formal entrance off the grand hallway flowing gracefully into the lounge room, sunroom and formal dining expressing classic period details cleverly integrated with the Boyd design.
For casual gatherings the living and kitchen area is neatly placed to enjoy the aspect. This edgy contemporary home allows easy living and flows beautifully onto the outdoor entertaining deck with electronic awning that stretches out to the established parklike gardens. When Robin Boyd expressed his amazing talent with a facelift to the original cottage, it conceptualised a home which would capture the stunning views. A design emerged that blends the structure with nature, invites the gardens and views directly into the home creating an airy, light-filled masterpiece. Cleverly placed screens allow an open
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plan and also living areas to be zoned. Recent updates merge the original character with more contemporary finishes and clever use of natural timber with neutral tones work together to create a superb environment. Set on one and a half acres (approximate) and combining rolling lawns, formal gardens, together with ample accommodation for vehicles with dual access to the property (Reservoir Road and Monbulk Road). Make sure you set aside some time to explore this amazing home. Inspection is essential to appreciate the vision of a renowned architect.
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Monbulk Inspect: Private inspection only Price: Expressions of interest Contact: Trevor Bell, 0418 333 580 or Corinne Sukroo, 0419 805 915 BELL REAL ESTATE, OLINDA, 9751 2375