917 Davenport Road, Windermere, Vic, 3352

Escape​ ​the​ ​pace​ ​of​ ​everyday​ ​life​ ​and​ ​embrace​ ​a​ ​truly​ ​special​ ​country​ ​lifestyle​ ​where​ ​character,​ ​tranquility​ ​and​ ​breathtaking​ ​natural​ ​surroundings​ ​come​ ​together.​ ​Set​ ​across​ ​approximately​ ​five​ ​acres,​ ​this​ ​enchanting​ ​property​ ​enjoys​ ​an​ ​elevated​ ​outlook​ ​across​ ​Lake​ ​Learmonth,​ ​with​ ​spectacular​ ​water​ ​views​ ​providing​ ​a​ ​beautiful​ ​backdrop​ ​to​ ​the​ ​home​ ​and​ ​gardens.

•​ ​From​ ​the​ ​moment​ ​you​ ​arrive,​ ​the​ ​established​ ​trees,​ ​mature​ ​gardens​ ​and​ ​peaceful​ ​setting​ ​create​ ​an​ ​immediate​ ​sense​ ​of​ ​privacy​ ​and​ ​seclusion.​ ​The​ ​home's​ ​desirable​ ​north-facing​ ​aspect​ ​draws​ ​an​ ​abundance​ ​of​ ​natural​ ​light​ ​throughout​ ​the​ ​day,​ ​enhancing​ ​the​ ​warmth​ ​and​ ​character​ ​of​ ​the​ ​residence​ ​while​ ​creating​ ​an​ ​inviting​ ​connection​ ​between​ ​the​ ​interiors​ ​and​ ​the​ ​surrounding​ ​landscape.
•​ ​Beautifully​ ​blending​ ​timeless​ ​charm​ ​with​ ​practical​ ​country​ ​living,​ ​the​ ​residence​ ​is​ ​rich​ ​in​ ​period-inspired​ ​details,​ ​including​ ​polished​ ​timber​ ​floors,​ ​bay​ ​windows,​ ​ornate​ ​fretwork​ ​and​ ​generous​ ​living​ ​spaces.​ ​Whether​ ​enjoying​ ​a​ ​quiet​ ​morning​ ​coffee​ ​on​ ​the​ ​verandah,​ ​entertaining​ ​friends​ ​while​ ​taking​ ​in​ ​the​ ​lake​ ​views​ ​or​ ​wandering​ ​through​ ​the​ ​established​ ​gardens,​ ​this​ ​is​ ​a​ ​property​ ​that​ ​encourages​ ​you​ ​to​ ​slow​ ​down​ ​and​ ​appreciate​ ​the​ ​lifestyle.
•​ ​The​ ​generous​ ​five-acre​ ​holding​ ​provides​ ​the​ ​ideal​ ​balance​ ​of​ ​space,​ ​privacy​ ​and​ ​manageable​ ​acreage,​ ​offering​ ​room​ ​for​ ​gardens,​ ​pets,​ ​hobbies​ ​and​ ​outdoor​ ​enjoyment​ ​without​ ​the​ ​isolation​ ​often​ ​associated​ ​with​ ​rural​ ​living.
•​ ​One​ ​of​ ​the​ ​property's​ ​defining​ ​features​ ​is​ ​its​ ​elevated​ ​outlook​ ​across​ ​Lake​ ​Learmonth,​ ​with​ ​shimmering​ ​water​ ​views​ ​creating​ ​a​ ​constantly​ ​changing​ ​backdrop​ ​as​ ​the​ ​seasons,​ ​weather​ ​and​ ​light​ ​transform​ ​the​ ​landscape.
•​ ​A​ ​wonderful​ ​sense​ ​of​ ​charm​ ​and​ ​elegance​ ​is​ ​evident​ ​throughout​ ​the​ ​residence,​ ​with​ ​polished​ ​timber​ ​floors,​ ​graceful​ ​bay​ ​windows,​ ​ornate​ ​fretwork​ ​and​ ​classic​ ​detailing​ ​combining​ ​to​ ​create​ ​a​ ​home​ ​full​ ​of​ ​warmth​ ​and​ ​personality.
•​ ​At​ ​the​ ​heart​ ​of​ ​the​ ​home,​ ​the​ ​open​ ​kitchen​ ​and​ ​meals​ ​area​ ​provides​ ​a​ ​welcoming​ ​gathering​ ​space.​ ​A​ ​central​ ​island,​ ​walk-in​ ​pantry,​ ​Belling​ ​induction​ ​stove​ ​and​ ​wood-fired​ ​stove​ ​and​ ​oven​ ​create​ ​an​ ​impressive​ ​culinary​ ​environment,​ ​with​ ​the​ ​wood-fired​ ​system​ ​also​ ​contributing​ ​to​ ​the​ ​hot​ ​water​ ​supply.
•​ ​Beyond​ ​the​ ​main​ ​lounge,​ ​double​ ​doors​ ​reveal​ ​an​ ​expansive​ ​series​ ​of​ ​formal​ ​and​ ​informal​ ​spaces,​ ​including​ ​a​ ​beautiful​ ​sitting​ ​room​ ​with​ ​an​ ​open​ ​fireplace,​ ​dining​ ​room​ ​and​ ​additional​ ​living​ ​area.​ ​Oversized​ ​windows​ ​make​ ​the​ ​most​ ​of​ ​the​ ​water​ ​views​ ​and​ ​allow​ ​natural​ ​light​ ​to​ ​flood​ ​these​ ​inviting​ ​rooms.
•​ ​Accommodation​ ​includes​ ​three​ ​well-proportioned​ ​bedrooms,​ ​with​ ​the​ ​master​ ​suite​ ​featuring​ ​a​ ​walk-in​ ​robe​ ​and​ ​stunning​ ​ensuite,​ ​complete​ ​with​ ​a​ ​freestanding​ ​bath.​ ​The​ ​second​ ​bedroom​ ​enjoys​ ​convenient​ ​ensuite​ ​access​ ​to​ ​the​ ​main​ ​bathroom,​ ​while​ ​the​ ​detached​ ​garden​ ​studio​ ​provides​ ​excellent​ ​flexibility​ ​as​ ​a​ ​home​ ​office,​ ​guest​ ​accommodation,​ ​creative​ ​space​ ​or​ ​potential​ ​fourth​ ​bedroom.
•​ ​A​ ​covered​ ​front​ ​verandah​ ​provides​ ​the​ ​perfect​ ​vantage​ ​point​ ​from​ ​which​ ​to​ ​enjoy​ ​the​ ​gardens​ ​and​ ​surrounding​ ​landscape,​ ​while​ ​the​ ​rear​ ​entertaining​ ​deck​ ​and​ ​barbecue​ ​area​ ​create​ ​an​ ​idyllic​ ​setting​ ​for​ ​relaxed​ ​outdoor​ ​gatherings​ ​and​ ​long​ ​summer​ ​evenings.
•​ ​Surrounding​ ​the​ ​home​ ​is​ ​an​ ​impressive​ ​collection​ ​of​ ​mature​ ​trees,​ ​established​ ​plantings​ ​and​ ​vibrant​ ​gardens​ ​that​ ​provide​ ​colour,​ ​privacy​ ​and​ ​a​ ​wonderful​ ​sense​ ​of​ ​permanence.​ ​The​ ​grounds​ ​offer​ ​a​ ​rewarding​ ​opportunity​ ​for​ ​garden​ ​enthusiasts​ ​while​ ​creating​ ​a​ ​peaceful​ ​sanctuary​ ​to​ ​enjoy​ ​throughout​ ​the​ ​seasons.
•​ ​Two​ ​substantial​ ​sheds​ ​provide​ ​valuable​ ​storage,​ ​workshop​ ​and​ ​hobby​ ​space,​ ​including​ ​one​ ​fitted​ ​with​ ​a​ ​workbench.​ ​Additional​ ​infrastructure​ ​includes​ ​a​ ​dedicated​ ​woodshed,​ ​two​ ​large​ ​rainwater​ ​tanks,​ ​solar​ ​panels,​ ​fruit​ ​trees,​ ​an​ ​Olive​ ​grove​ ​and​ ​a​ ​quality​ ​bore,​ ​providing​ ​practical​ ​water​ ​resources​ ​for​ ​the​ ​property​ ​and​ ​gardens.
•​ ​Positioned​ ​approximately​ ​15​ ​minutes​ ​west​ ​of​ ​Ballarat,​ ​this​ ​exceptional​ ​lifestyle​ ​property​ ​offers​ ​the​ ​tranquility​ ​of​ ​country​ ​living​ ​while​ ​remaining​ ​conveniently​ ​connected​ ​to​ ​everything​ ​you​ ​need.​ ​Ballarat's​ ​CBD,​ ​Wendouree​ ​train​ ​station​ ​and​ ​major​ ​shopping​ ​and​ ​services​ ​are​ ​readily​ ​accessible,​ ​while​ ​Learmonth​ ​offers​ ​a​ ​growing​ ​township​ ​atmosphere​ ​with​ ​café,​ ​restaurant​ ​and​ ​post​ ​office​ ​facilities.​ ​The​ ​Lucas​ ​shopping​ ​precinct​ ​and​ ​Miners​ ​Rest,​ ​including​ ​its​ ​supermarket​ ​and​ ​primary​ ​school,​ ​are​ ​also​ ​within​ ​easy​ ​reach.
•​ ​This​ ​is​ ​a​ ​property​ ​of​ ​genuine​ ​character​ ​and​ ​individuality,​ ​where​ ​magnificent​ ​lake​ ​views,​ ​established​ ​gardens,​ ​abundant​ ​natural​ ​light​ ​and​ ​five​ ​acres​ ​of​ ​peaceful​ ​surroundings​ ​create​ ​an​ ​enviable​ ​country​ ​lifestyle.​ ​Properties​ ​offering​ ​this​ ​combination​ ​of​ ​charm,​ ​outlook​ ​and​ ​convenience​ ​are​ ​rarely​ ​found-an​ ​inspection​ ​is​ ​essential​ ​to​ ​truly​ ​appreciate​ ​all​ ​that​ ​is​ ​on​ ​offer.​ ​