Last Listing description (June 2007)
‘HUDDLE GRANGE’
8HA 20AC
Character driven 4BR Residence in Superb setting with views
With exquisite placement amid the native splendour of the Sedgwick – Sutton Grange box-ironbark forests ‘Huddle Grange’ displays all the enviable fabric that living in the country offers but is still within easy reach of a major provincial centre.
The four bedroom timber home has been lovingly created in total harmony with the undulating ridges and gullies of this private enclave. Situated off the main Bendigo to Sutton Grange Road and along Huddle Road exposes the property to superb views over the Axe Creek Valley and the surrounding hills.
A long driveway winds uphill past the sheep yards and dam and beyond the multi layered garden to a circular entrance. The sensational tiered garden has meandering pathways winding past hardy perennials, shrubs and bulbs and watered by an ample supply of dam water.
There are approximately 5 paddocks plus tree plantations, 2 good sized dams, excellent fencing, extensive poultry runs, central laneway to most paddocks and excellent proximity to the Pilchers Bridge flora and fauna reserve. The winding Huddle Road offers entry access to beautiful walking trails through Sedgwick’s box ironbark forests and a body of properties which enjoy privacy and quietude courtesy of the stunning hills, gullies and layered vegetation.
The home exudes warmth, character and immediately welcomes one with wide timber verandahs and a paved under cover outside meals area which adjoins surrounding raised garden beds and a timber walk through arbour connecting to a large levelled area suitable for croquet, bocce or the start of a studio or shed site. There is approx. 12,000 gallons of rain water storage and a further 12,000 gallons of concrete water storage for dam/garden water. Generous shade and shelter trees protect the elements form directly impacting on the northern and western sides.
The home features meranti windows, a central courtyard with fernery which has several access points, complete with water features, an external spa and extensive set watering systems.
An open planned living area features cathedral timber lined ceilings, jet master open fire place, slim line heating, ceiling fan, with both views of the northern vista plus courtyard access. The kitchen has gas cooking, timber bench tops and cupboards, range-hood, dish washer and quality tiled flooring. The large main bedroom is isolated at one end of the home and has refrigerated air conditioning, walk in robes and ensuite complete with toilet, shower and vanity over tiled flooring. The bedroom has outside access to its own timber verandah space with an adjoining study, library or sitting area adjacent to it.
There is ducted evaporative air conditioning throughout, multiple slim line heating and gas bayonet points. Formerly used as a successful bed and breakfast venue there are a further two 3 piece bathrooms off a side hall which accesses the 3 other bedrooms. A separate dining room has dual outside exit points and is light drenched courtesy of large glassed areas.
Interesting pathways around the house lead beyond a 4 x 2 metre timber shed and a 6 x 6 metre steel shed, both with power and concrete floors. The property is situated just 25km to Bendigo and 130km to Melbourne, with easy access to loads of privacy.
‘Huddle Grange’ offers a lifestyle already created – warmth – character – style .
For further information please contact:
Landmark - Bendigo
Brett Tweed
(03) 5448 3881
0429 864 551