20 Army Road, BORONIA

There are some properties that stay etched in your memory long after you’ve inspected them, and this stunning offering on just over 3,000m2 promises to be the perfect example of this.

The magnificent Federation-inspired weatherboard home, which takes pride of place amongst picturesque gardens boasting views of the Dandenong Ranges, was lovingly built in 2007. The inclusion of traditional features, including high ceilings, deep, decorative cornices, intricate timber fretwork, and an abundance of leadlight highlights, some of which were from the original home, ensure the aesthetic remains true to the origins of the era. The well-considered floorplan offers three robed bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a dedicated study which could be repurposed as a fourth bedroom if required. The substantial master bedroom has a decorative fireplace and mantle, a walk-in robe, and a private ensuite.

The remainder of the bedrooms share the use of a central bathroom with a deep clawfoot bath, something that will thrill those who enjoy the relaxation of a long soak at day's end. The home’s range of living spaces also leaves you spoilt for choice. There is a formal living room with a gas log fire and a picturesque window seat, providing you with a place to reflect quietly while taking in the breathtaking vistas offered from every angle within. There’s also a generous rumpus room with attractive timber wall panelling; it’s currently being used as a billiards room, but it can be repurposed over time to meet your family's changing needs. Finally, at the heart of the home is a wonderful open-plan family-dining space, which is ideal for casual endeavours, including basking in the warmth of the morning sun while enjoying a coffee or hearty breakfast, or lounging in front of the gas log fireplace and recounting the events of the day. In close proximity is a cleverly designed farmhouse kitchen which completes the internal accommodation. It comprises striking granite benchtops, ingenious storage solutions, and quality appliances such as an ASKO dishwasher, induction cooktop and well-placed Kleenmaid oven, making it a pleasure to work within. In perfect complement to the home itself are the remarkable gardens that border it; these were originally designed in the 1930’s by Edna Walling, who is still regarded as Australian gardening royalty. Her trademarks include low stone walls and meandering paths, which are heavily featured throughout the gardens that now showcase a stunning mix of foliage, colours, and countless visual delights created by the use of mirrors, frames, ponds, water features, a sundial and the mystical fairies and friends that are hidden within.

Children will adore the cubby house, fort and slide that is adjacent to the splendid Sweet Pittosporum, and adults will love relaxing or entertaining alfresco style under the protection of the wide verandahs that frame much of the home, giving them the ideal vantage point to admire their tranquil surroundings or watch magnificent sunrises and sunsets; an in-deck spa enclosed by discreet glass fencing is also included and will be coveted by all. Lush grass stretches as far as the eye can see, with part of the vast yard allocated to the growth of an edible landscape, pleasing those with a strong focus on sustainability.

As you would expect, there is a long list of additions that further enhance the appeal of the home, including gas ducted heating and ducted refrigerated cooling throughout, recycled Tasmanian Oak floors, a powder room, a huge laundry, ducted vacuuming, three water tanks, a comprehensive sprinkler system, a circular driveway, and a four-car garage with additional workshop and roof storage space. There is also the location, central to a wide array of desirable amenities such as Boronia Train Station, local buses, Alchester Shopping Village and Boronia Mall, popular schools such as Boronia K-12 College, and many open green spaces like Old Joes Creek, the Retarding Basin Dog Park, and Colchester Reserve.

This extraordinary property needs to be seen to be fully appreciated, so plan your inspection now and prepare to be captivated.

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