Expressions of Interest

Nicholas Day Architects present a truly remarkable achievement of design in ‘Maison Bénie’, representing the pinnacle of palatial living, echoing privacy, opulence and architectural decadence reminiscent of Buckingham Palace. Existing as its own estate spanning 142 squares approx., an exceptional calibre of build completed January 2022 exists in a class of its own, offering a destination manor of incomparable luxury, with absolutely no expense spared.

Colossal proportions are bathed in all-day sunlight from every angle, with a highly sought north facing rear aspect that sets this imposing French Provincial mansion apart from anything else. City views, expansive national park outlooks and resort-style alfresco entertaining complete with a gas/solar-heated infinity pool and eight-person jacuzzi overlooking rolling hills, makes for a multi-generational retreat for family, guests, high end events, weddings and feature film settings, sure to be tightly held by an astute buyer for decades to come.

Unmatched convenience meets an exceptional standard of luxury, underscored by a plethora of imported high end materials, including Versailles European oak floors throughout a grand reception, antique 18th century French lanterns adapted to electricity, plus limestone and Carrara marble accents throughout the entire estate. A carefully curated layout caters to zoned family enjoyment, comprising six distinct living areas including formal living/dining quarters featuring a herringbone open fireplace with landscaped garden outlooks, a custom-fitted home theatre, sitting room and a sunlit living domain relishing direct access to undercover alfresco entertaining. In addition to this, an entertainers’ parlour is cleverly integrated at basement level, comprising a billiards zone, fully fitted bar and lounge with 98inch home cinema, whilst a first floor reading retreat relishes serene outlooks. Centering the home, a provincial farm-house style kitchen and dining domain showcases a Carrara marble island bench with cleverly integrated storage, state of the art Lacanche Saulieu appliances and full service butler’s pantry with a secondary integrated Liebherr fridge/freezer and Smeg appliances. French doors connect to perfectly manicured gardens by landscape architect Nathan Burkett, revealing striking 3m high pergola, in built Beefeater gas barbeque, outdoor kitchen and custom island bench with Argentinian coal grill.

Superior accommodation spans two levels and six dedicated bedrooms with built in/walk in robes, comprising a primary suite with lounge, Calacatta marble ensuite featuring walk in double shower heads with inbuilt seat, freestanding bathtub and two separate dressing rooms, ground floor guest bedroom with ensuite, serviced by a further two lavish bathrooms, plus a fifth limestone bathroom dedicated to poolside entertaining. Exemplary family functionality also features an exceptionally designed laundry room with solid American oak island table for sorting, drying cupboard, marble benchtops, laundry chute, three integrated washer/dyers and pull out storage.

Additional features include an American-inspired library and home office with fireplace and custom joinery, underfloor heating, kitchen study nook, two powder rooms, temperature controlled wine cellar, mudroom, Sonos sound system, automated and zoned commercial heating/cooling, Bosch security system, CCTV, intercom, double width staircase with curated half-steps for ease of escalation, expansive barn/workshop, endless storage, four car garage basement with sensor lighting and a further six dedicated secure car parks behind hardwood automatic security gates.

This prestigious locale offers destination appeal with unmatched connectivity, mere moments from a wealth of lifestyle amenities including Westfield Doncaster Shopping Centre just a six minute drive away, The Pines Shopping Centre, Templestowe Village shops, cafes, IGA Supermarket and restaurants, Yarra Valley Parklands, buses, Ridge Picnic Area, Westerfolds Parkrun and a host of esteemed schools such as St Kevin’s Primary School, Templestowe Valley Primary School, Templestowe Park Primary School, Eltham Primary School, Templestowe College and Yarra Valley Grammar.