Enveloped in serenity on 2.4 acres (approx) with indigenous gardens, native corridors and zoned paddocks, this two-storey eco retreat in the Merricks hinterlands showcases the most heavenly treechange or weekend escape between Port Phillip Bay and Western Port.
Reminiscent of a treehouse, the cedar-clad residence enchants with an adorable open-concept design, mezzanine-style sleeping wing, cathedral ceilings and clerestory windows drawing in the natural light and verdant vistas.
A spacious dining zone with polished concrete floors is encased in walls of windows and glass doors framing the landscape, while a central lounge beneath a soaring two-storey void with boho-rope chandelier is backdropped by a wood fire for snuggly winter afternoons with a good book.
A step down leads to the contemporary kitchen which delights with stainless steel Bosch and Fisher & Paykel appliances, stone countertops, a breakfast bar and a hidden European laundry in this owner-built lodge, which situates the master bedroom with modern ensuite, toilet and balcony upstairs gazing out across the treetops.
A mezzanine walkway spills into a large second bedroom with built-in loft bunk and ample room for a queen bed as well, while a light-filled attic-style home office or retreat above the double garage provides a wonderful space to work from home, write a novel or set up an artists studio.
With solar panels, battery backup, grey water system, a well-established veggie garden, chook run and Rota-loo compostable toilet hut, the residence is almost fully self-sufficient and off the grid, as well as teeming with appeal for the lucrative Airbnb market complete with a cubby house, built-in alfresco table, barbecue deck, firepit zone and negotiable powered camping teepee.
Zoned for highly-sought Balnarring Primary School and just 8-minutes drive to the village, the property is encircled by award-winning wineries, horse-riding trails and beaches.
Homes and Acreage is proud to be offering this property for sale To arrange an inspection or for further information, please contact the office on 1300 077 557 or office@homesacreage.com.au
Features:
Australian hardwood eco retreat
Light-filled dining area
Multiple external glass doors
Cosy lounge with soaring ceiling
Modern kitchen
Stone counters
S/steel appliances
Cathedral ceilings
Clerestory windows
Plantation shutters
Polished concrete & hardwood floors
Attic-style home office/studio
Master with balcony & ensuite
Built-in loft bed in oversized 2nd bedroom
Rota-Loo compostable toilet hut
S/system airconditioning
Wood heater
European laundry
Double garage
Powered camping teepee (negotiable)
Vegetable garden
Chook pen
Cubby house
Alfresco deck
Firepit zone
Built-in picnic table
Water tank plumbed to grey water
Solar panels with battery backup
Indigenous Merricks gardens
Native corridors
4 paddocks
The size of Merricks North is approximately 25.2 square kilometres. It has 4 parks covering nearly 14.9% of total area. The population of Merricks North in 2016 was 426 people. By 2021 the population was 423 showing a population decline of 0.7% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Merricks North is 50-59 years. Households in Merricks North are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying over $4000 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Merricks North work in a managers occupation.In 2021, 81.80% of the homes in Merricks North were owner-occupied compared with 78.00% in 2016.
Merricks North has 276 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Merricks North have seen a -26.68% decrease in median value. As at 30 April 2026:
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