2 Service Basin Road, YACKANDANDAH
Elevated Architectural Design
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Description
Commanding views, unique architectural flare and an exceptional location combine to create a home that delivers flexible living and entertaining potential. Backing the Stanley Forest, with some of the areas greatest bushwalking and mountain bike trails at your doorstep, you are approximately five minutes by car to the town centre of Yackandandah, and within a stones throw to many other cultural and historic attractions, boutique shopping, and culinary houses.
Set over 11.5 acres (4.69 hectares) the land inclines up to the reserve at the rear, with the residence suspended partially on poles to take advantage of spectacular views. Largely cleared, the site is perfect for the horse enthusiast, especially with the Yackandandah Riding Club just a few minutes away.
Stand alone in its design, the house was designed and constructed by architect-builder Yves Quaglio and adopts a unique circular floorplan which takes advantage of the elevated views. Stepping through the formal entrance, you are welcomed into a spacious open plan living area, with undulating ceiling heights, sunken lounge and formal dining area all drinking in the spectacular outlook.
Thoughtfully considered, the floor plan allows mature families segregation if desired, or to come together as a whole for grand scale entertaining. Apart from the open plan lounge and dining areas, the second living space can be utilised as a rumpus/TV room or formal library if chosen.
Accommodation consists a generous master suite which opens to the deck, perfect for an alfresco breakfast. An ensuite and walk in robe provide modern convenience. Bedrooms two, three and four all accommodate queen sized beds and feature spectacular outlooks. Bedroom three also hosts its own private balcony, making it perfect for guest accommodation.
Entertaining aspects include liquid flow from the living spaces to the balcony. Views across the sweeping valleys to Mount Bogong would certainly be enjoyed by family and friends when catering alfresco. A 10X3 meter salt chlorinated and solar heated pool is sure to be utilised in the summer months. Comfort is provided with a combustion fire, ducted gas heating and reverse cycle air conditioning.
Practical features include a 6X12 meter powered shed, 4.5kw solar panel system and over 120,000 litres in combined water tank systems. A spring fed dam ensures bountiful water supply and pumps to the tank systems. A fire protection sprinkler system surrounding the house provides peace of mind. The land has been divided into three main paddocks all maintaining easy access for livestock, horses and recreational hobbies.
Home to the popular Yackandandah Folk Festival each year, the region is renowned for its historical aspects, preserved streetscapes, arts and crafts, great food and wine culture and exceptional mountain biking, horse riding and bushwalking trails. The avid snow enthusiast will also appreciate Falls Creek is approximately an hour and a half away. The home itself is a statement in unique design, practical living and blissful tranquillity. A lifestyle unable to be transposed through words, only an inspection will leave appreciating.
