Visitors to this stunning family home know they’re in for something special from the moment they drive through the impressive stone gates. Featuring vertical cedar, plaster and schist walls and pillars, this five-bedroom home gives a strong nod to the natural beauty of the surrounding southern landscape. First impressions are bright and welcoming. Pass the schist columns and open the pivot door and you are greeted with a feature wall made of cedar. As you move through the home, the sense of space is unmistakable. Spanning a generous 400sqm floorplan, this home puts

you at ease at every turn. Inviting living spaces offer a sumptuous retreat in which to switch off from work and reconnect with family. In fact, this home offers a living space for everyone – a delightful kids’ playroom, family living room, office, sheltered outdoor living, and a media room with a noise-control system for rowdy rugby games. There is even a side entrance with a flight of stairs leading to a self-contained first-floor suite with its own balcony. Wrap it all with sublime craftsmanship and quality materials and this home delivers something special.

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