39 Blackall Road

Batesford VIC 3213

Set on a sprawling 5.1 acres this incredible restored property offers a chance to own a unique piece of Geelong's history and the chance to enjoy a coveted lifestyle. The home itself offers five bedrooms, four bathrooms and light filled living areas, along with impeccably restored period details and modern features that turn this historic property into a highly functional 21st century home. The kitchen is expansive and offers endless storage and luxury fittings and finishes with a Falcon stove, Miele dishwasher and dish drawer along with an ultra-quiet range hood, breakfast station and butler's pantry. The kitchen is complimented by a soaring skylight which connects old to the new, a study nook and mudroom. The open plan living/dining area which is accessed through the kitchen and the formal part of the home offers a glorious cathedral ceiling, wood heater and access to the pool area where you will find a salt chlorinated pool and a large pool house which is currently configured as a gym and chill out space.
In the formal part of the home you will find intricately restored spaces with the study and the formal living area showcasing original marble fireplaces with a guest bedroom and spacious bathroom also to be found in this part of the home. Upstairs you will find four spacious bedrooms, three with built in storage and the master containing access to an en-suite. Your comfort will be guaranteed year round with hydronic heating to be found downstairs and ducted heating to be found upstairs with the double brick construction of the home and a heat recycling system in the roof space keep the house at a stable temperature. Outside is an oasis of garden beds and established trees with incredible vistas to be found at every turn. The gardens are complimented by a watering system and multiple water tanks along with a triple car garage with internal access and an external shed.
The most unique aspect of this home is its history. Originally the Ashby Methodist Manse house has been witness to an incredible amount of Geelong's history before being painstakingly restored in its current location. Located just five minutes to the ring road and 15 minutes to the CBD this home offers the space and lifestyle your desire with the proximity that you need. Inspection is an absolute must.