Calling all families with big dreams and a love of the great outdoors! Imagine a home where the children can roam freely, ponies graze in the paddock, chooks scratch about the yard and a dam with its very own jetty becomes the backdrop for endless backyard adventures. Set across just over four acres, with sweeping views over towering gums to Mount Macedon, this wonderfully unique lifestyle property offers the space, freedom and flexibility to embrace a truly special country lifestyle, all within easy reach of Woodend’s shops, schools and train station.

Built in double brick and brimming with warmth and character, the four-bedroom home is a welcoming retreat for families of all shapes and sizes. Step through the wide entrance and discover hardy slate floors, exposed double-brick walls and soaring cathedral ceilings adorned with exposed cedar beams. Two inviting living rooms, each featuring an open fireplace, create cosy spaces for winter evenings, table tennis, board games and family movie nights, while the thoughtful orientation ensures the main living areas enjoy beautiful northern sunlight throughout the day. With three distinct living zones, there’s plenty of room for everyone to come together, spread out or

For families needing extra flexibility, this home delivers in spades. Whether you’re raising a lively brood, juggling working-from-home arrangements or planning a comfortable retreat for an elderly parent, the accommodation offers options to suit your changing needs. Privately positioned at the eastern end of the home, the master bedroom enjoys the gentle morning sunshine filtering through a specimen Japanese maple, underplanted with camellias, rhododendrons and azaleas. It’s a magical setting that comes into its own each autumn, when the family’s much-anticipated Easter egg hunt brings friends and loved ones together for a day of fun and discovery. A walk-in robe, recently renovated ensuite with heated flooring and towel rail, and separate adjoining office provide comfort and convenience, with the office offering the tempting possibility of a second, ‘grand’ walk-in robe.

The kitchen is made for family life, with timber cabinetry and benchtops, an induction cooktop, dishwasher, pantry, generous fridge space and a central island that naturally becomes the gathering point for busy mornings and relaxed evenings. Bookshelves and wine storage add a homely touch, while the kitchen’s connection to the third living area creates a wonderfully sociable hub. A freestanding fire and split-system heating and cooling keep things comfortable year-round, and sliding doors open directly onto the paved alfresco and barbecue area, ready for long lunches, birthday celebrations and summer evenings with family and friends. Beyond, a leafy garden filled with ferns and fuchsias, a tranquil pond and aviaries used for native wildlife rescue add another layer of charm to this enchanting outdoor setting.

But what really sets this property apart is the sheer sense of adventure waiting beyond the back door. The dam is a destination in its own right, complete with a jetty, goldfish and a floating island that adds a touch of whimsy to the landscape. Wander further and you’ll discover a pony paddock with plenty of shade, a hayshed and feed room, additional yards, a chook pen and a fabulous two-storey cubby house with a slide. And because the fun doesn’t stop there, there’s even a dedicated turtle and guinea pig enclosure! It’s a place where little hands can learn to care for animals, imaginations can run wild and ordinary afternoons become extraordinary adventures. From collecting eggs and visiting the ponies to exploring the gardens and creating secret cubby-house worlds, childhood here comes with room to breathe, grow and dream.

Of course, all that adventure comes with the practical extras families need. A three-car carport adjoins the house, while a separate two-car garage and workshop, complete with power and a concrete floor, offers space for vehicles, hobbies and projects. Separate wood and garden sheds provide additional storage, and approximately 66,000 litres of rainwater storage supports domestic and garden use. Whether you’re a keen gardener, an animal lover, a budding hobbyist or simply a family craving more elbow room, there’s space here to make it your own.

And while the setting feels wonderfully removed from the everyday rush, convenience is never far away. Located just 3.7km from Woodend Train Station, Coles supermarket and the main street, the property is easily reached by car or cycle via the Blackforest Drive bike lane, with the school bus stop only 600 metres away. It’s a rare opportunity to enjoy the freedom of acreage living while staying connected to the amenities that make family life easier.

Held tightly in a sought-after location, properties offering this much space, character and family-friendly adventure are rarely available. This is more than a home; it’s a place to build traditions, embrace the seasons, entertain friends, care for animals and watch your children grow up with the freedom to explore their own little patch of country paradise.

Four acres of family fun, a home full of character and a world of adventure right outside your door. If your idea of the good life includes muddy boots, happy animals, fireside evenings, spectacular views and memories that will last a lifetime, this very special Woodend property is ready to welcome its next chapter.