32-40 Scotchmans Road

Drysdale VIC 3222

Enveloped by 5.26 hectares (13 acres) of gently undulating land, this remarkable Bellarine Peninsula estate redefines country living with a rare harmony of elegance, sustainability and lifestyle opportunity. A property of both scale and substance, it invites you to cultivate your own produce, live with a lighter footprint and savour the serenity of its natural surrounds, all within easy reach of the coast, Geelong and Melbourne.The property is beautifully conceived for self-sufficiency, with extensive 1,000m vegetable gardens and an irrigated orchard brimming with cherries, peaches, apricots, plums and pears. Secure house yards provide safe havens for children and pets, while six well-maintained paddocks, complete with a cattle crush, yards and chook shed, cater perfectly for livestock. A vast 200,000-litre tank capacity and reliable town water ensure water efficiency remains central to the propertys design.At its heart, the light-filled main residence has been thoughtfully upgraded to combine elegant comfort with practical sustainability. Three generous bedrooms, including a master suite with a luxurious ensuite and veranda access, are complemented by a fourth bedroom or home office overlooking the gardens. Expansive open-plan living and dining spaces flow to a broad undercover deck, where rural and water vistas create the perfect backdrop for entertaining. A chefs kitchen with premium appliances, Caesarstone benchtops, movable island bench and built-in wine storage anchors the home, while skylights and a striking double-sided wood fire bring warmth and light to the interiors. Energy-efficient features, including a 10kW solar system with battery provision, double-glazed windows and ducted heating and cooling, further enhance the homes appeal.Extending the versatility of the estate, a fully self-contained second residence sits seamlessly under the same roofline, linked by the wraparound veranda. Designed with contemporary flair, it offers a generous bedroom with built-in robe, stylish bathroom, and open-plan living with a sleek kitchen and split-system comfort. Perfect for multi-generational living, guest accommodation or investment, this secondary dwelling elevates the estate into a true dual-living proposition.Outdoors, the sense of sanctuary is immediate. An automated gate opens to a fully sealed, tree-lined driveway, setting the tone for the retreat within. A solar-heated spa provides a private space to unwind, while a newly added 20 x 9m shed offers abundant storage or workspace, ideal for equipment, projects or business ventures.Positioned minutes from the Bellarines celebrated coastline, wineries and distilleries, and within easy reach of Avalon Airport, the Docklands and Queenscliff Ferry services, and Geelong train station, the estate is perfectly placed for both accessibility and seclusion. Here, the rewards of a healthier, more sustainable way of life await, with all the hard work complete and nothing left to do but move in and enjoy the best of the Bellarine.