Looking for a tree change but don’t want to lose the urban convenience? Stepping into this quiet, leafy oasis that sprawls across 2.5 acres of land, you won’t believe that Mount Pleasant with all its major amenities is only 15 minutes away! This impressive family home is tucked away in a wonderful community oriented neighbourhood sitting adjacent to the picturesque Mount Mandarana (better known as ‘The Leap’) and is the breath of fresh air your family needs. Whether you’re a couple of young parents with ambitions to start a home business or you’re co-existing with older kids or extended family, the home’s generous layout over two levels will provide you with all the usable space you need to thrive if you have larger than standard needs for your next home.
With its mixed brick/cladded exterior to enhance the character of its facade, along with the beautiful established gardens home to an array of native birds, this expansive home over two levels blends seamlessly into its lush mountainside surrounds with stunning views of the gardens and natural landscape from its many glass windows and door openings. Inside, you’ll appreciate the warmth and character of some of the period home highlights to parts of the interiors like the brick archways, 3/4 timber walls, casement feature doors, polished timber floors, extra high ceilings to the top floor and the grand exposed timber beam Tudor style ceilings to the formal lounge and dining zone also located on the top floor, create an inviting atmosphere with period home touches. This is the kind of home where even the simple, everyday moments will be worth cherishing, from curling up by the fireplace with a good book in winter, to having a laugh over dinner on the deck with a sweeping mountain backdrop.
Having a number of versatile living zones at your disposal will open up so many doors for entertaining and co-living. Both levels of the home are self-contained with full-sized dining spaces and multiple living spaces, kitchen & kitchenette, bathrooms, multipurpose areas and 2 oversized bedrooms to each, all connected by an internal timber staircase which could easily be made more private if home-sharing. Strike the ultimate work-life balance by utilising the downstairs zone for a home business or add a pool table and plush lounge setting to create a cosy entertaining hub! The options are limitless here.
Why we LOVE 63 Westlake Drive…
– Breathtaking natural scenery – Wake up every day to the sound of native birds & enjoy your morning cuppa on the deck with a distant view of The Leap mountain. Numerous pockets of this sprawling acreage have been purposefully designed to take advantage of the surroundings, especially the gorgeous, secluded leafy retreat viewing area which the current owners have worked tirelessly on to enhance & maximise the mountain views. It’s just a few natural steps up to the perfect spot to gather around a fire pit & take in the natural surrounds!
– Unmatched versatility – From work to play, entertaining to unwinding, this home will meet every one of your needs & more. Upstairs, the rich timber features & elevated views will make for a delightfully intimate living & dining experience. Downstairs, the functional & open plan layout, light neutral tones & easy-clean tiling make up a blank canvas with endless possibilities for customisation. There’s even a private additional living room upstairs which can be closed off from the formal lounge & dining space, ideal for a 5th bedroom, media room, kids activity room…you name it!
– Modern gourmet kitchen (plus bonus kitchenette downstairs!) – Branching off the formal Tudor style formal lounge & dining zone which features an exposed brick fireplace, the home’s primary kitchen (fully renovated by the previous owner), to the top floor features quality, modern finishes, neutral tones, stainless appliances including dishwasher, ample storage & bench space, along with an elevated outlook amongst the trees & gardens. Whether you’re home-sharing or hosting guests, you’ll love the convenience of having an additional kitchenette downstairs with all the essentials!
– 4 massive bedrooms – With timeless vintage fixtures like ceiling medallions & tongue-&-groove walls, to the 2 bedrooms upstairs, along with soft carpeting, oversized layouts & built-in storage to all 4 bedrooms (2 to each level) are supremely comfortable. The master retreat upstairs is amazing, offering a walk-in robe, private balcony & even an extended wing which you can turn into a reading nook, creative space or anything else you desire
– Immaculate bathrooms upstairs & down – Servicing the top floor, the 2 way bathroom is flooded with natural light, garden views & offers dual access points for convenience, a large corner shower with rainfall/handheld shower heads, twin vanity & separate toilet. The full sized bathroom downstairs includes a glass screen shower-over-bath (great for young kids), oversized single vanity & separate toilet
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– Stacks of parking to the premises – The long driveway leads to a huge parking zone with powered existing shed featuring 2 bays with roller door access, additional awning to the side if needed for more parking & triple bay, higher clearance covered carport. There’s also a 3rd bay to the shed ideal as a workshop
– Generous internal laundry downstairs with outdoor access, along with an additional linen/storage cupboard upstairs to the bedroom wing
– Plenty of dedicated storage throughout including to bedrooms, under stairs, garage & more
– Multiple outdoor access points from both levels of the home, including to a shaded concrete porch for relaxing in the breeze to the ground floor, along with 2 separate balconies off the top floor
– Small orchard to the property with established grapefruit, lemon, orange, mandarin & mulberry trees
– Split system air-conditioning to parts of home, solar hot water & there is the added bonus of town water plus approx. 25,000 litre concrete water tank used for watering the gardens & bore
Why we LOVE The Leap…
– City convenience, relaxed rural lifestyle – Only a 15-minute drive from Mount Pleasant, The Leap is convenient for all your work, school & day-to-day needs, yet you can enjoy its stunning rural/mountain backdrop & relaxed pace
– Popular local attractions – The iconic Leap Hotel is a well-known pub that attracts visitors from near & far for its laid-back hospitality, cold pints & hearty meals & is walking distance from home. Another local gem is The Leap Tea Room, nestled in the shadow of Mt Mandurana, which offers various fresh sweet & savoury options to complement your browsing at Yakapari Country Craft
– Be immersed in nature – The Leap Climb & Lookout is a favourite track with local hikers, runners & walkers. You will be rewarded for your effort to get to the top of the mountain with incredible views of the hinterland, coast & distant ocean
– Proximity to beaches & national parks – You’re well-placed for a day out on the water at The Leap, with the small holiday & fishing town of Seaforth not far away. Also worth a visit are the picturesque beach communities of Ball Bay & the beautiful natural environment of the Cape Hillsborough National Park. This stunning area is known for its wildlife, particularly wallabies & kangaroos which frequent the beach at sunrise, along with its various walking tracks & volcanic boulders. You could even try walking across to the island at low tide
– Fresh seasonal produce – Check out the abundance of roadside fruit & veggie stalls around The Leap all year round. You’ll also be right around the corner from the Organic & Natural Store with café, the region’s only fully-certified organic store offering the largest range of organic fresh foods. Mt Jukes Family Farm is a short drive from home & you can drop in for a farm lunch or dinner Friday to Sunday
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