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Overview
This expansive country retreat is a rare find, situated on approximately 2.5 acres directly backing onto the tranquil Moonah Reserve. It offers a peaceful bushland sanctuary enhanced by native surroundings and birdsong, ideal for those seeking a serene rural lifestyle without sacrificing accessibility to Bacchus Marsh and major freeways connecting Melbourne, Geelong, and Ballarat.
The home’s design embraces its natural environment, featuring generous, character-filled living areas illuminated by soaring cathedral ceilings and a distinctive stone fireplace, providing a welcoming setting for daily life and social gatherings. The kitchen and dining space, the home’s functional heart, pairs natural stone benchtops and timber cabinetry with sleek slate flooring, marrying timeless aesthetics with practicality.
Accommodation is thoughtfully arranged with five bedrooms, including a master suite with an elegantly renovated ensuite. Additional bedrooms share a well-appointed central bathroom with period touches such as a clawfoot bath and granite double vanity. The updated laundry further adds to the home's convenience with ample storage solutions.
Outdoor spaces are designed to captivate — expansive entertaining areas overlook the surrounding bushland, providing ideal venues for family and friends to relax together. Additional amenities include a dam and a fire pit area, alongside multiple quiet spots for reflection or recreation.
Storage and versatility are exceptional features of the property, with a powered and concreted four-car Colorbond garage, a double carport, and a substantial American barn offering multiple uses. The barn includes a self-contained studio or office, complete with kitchenette and bathroom, perfectly suited for home-based work, guest quarters, or creative pursuits. High clearance bays accommodate large vehicles such as caravans and boats, with added loft storage enhancing capacity.
Sustainability considerations are integrated throughout, featuring solar power, rainwater storage, town water supply, and a gravity-fed septic system, all constructed with a durable steel frame. Combining privacy, nature, and functional living, this property presents an exceptional opportunity for families or lifestyle buyers seeking both space and convenience in a coveted Long Forest locale.
Local Market Insights
In Long Forest, Quiet Listings observed 64 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, up from 30 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $815,383. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 75%, followed by land (18%), and units (3%). Your Property Agent was the most active agency in this area, representing 36.1% of all new listings in the last 30 days. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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Location
Long Forest VIC 3340
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