59 Ross Road, MUCKLEFORD VIC 3451

With a captivating town name like ‘Muckleford,’ life here promises to be a little extra special. This new listing, an expanded 1864 Dairy Farm nestled on 5 picturesque acres (approx.), will surely tug at your heartstrings. A vine-laced front verandah offers the perfect introduction. Stepping inside, echoes of the past linger in the textured walls, exposed brick and stone, pine floorboards, and timber-lined ceilings. Each room exudes its unique character, evoking sweet nostalgia. Following a full and professional renovation and extension, the house now offers the spaces required for contemporary living while beautifully preserving all the desired period features. With four or five bedrooms – three featuring robes and the master boasting an ensuite and WIR – comfort meets history seamlessly. The spacious central kitchen embodies country style with painted, panelled timber doors, an island bench with wine storage, a 900mm SMEG oven with a gas cooktop and warm timber benchtops. Glass doors adjoining the informal, sun-drenched dining space open onto a sheltered courtyard. An architectural extension from the 1990s flawlessly melds old with new, adding three generous bedrooms, a sizable living area adorned with stunning arched windows and a second bathroom. For moments of tranquillity, the lounge and sitting room in the original quarters offer intimate spaces. Supplemented by two split systems and heating panels in every room, the home features a 6.6kw solar system with 13kw battery storage and three charming fireplaces, one equipped with a wood heater. Solar hot water with electic booster is another great feature. Outside, discover secret gardens, shade trees perfect for picnics and fruit-bearing trees. The 5-acre property encompasses two secure paddocks, one covering approximately 2 acres, and the other about half an acre – ideal for hobby farming or even a pony. The dam, complete with a jetty, adds to the allure, boasting a sign at its end playfully inviting ‘clothing optional beyond this point’ for summer fun! Adjacent, a small studio space with its own deck could serve as ideal guest accommodation. Additionally, Basset Creek flows along the rear boundary and there are water tanks holding approximately 96,000 litres. Original sundry shedding adds further charm and historical context; the tin shelter facing the road once served as the spot where milk was sold to patrons around 140 years ago. A small secure yard accommodates pets, while a large two-bay shed featuring a concrete floor, power and automatic roller doors completes the ensemble. To top it off, the welcoming neighbours, abundant birdlife and the close proximity to the Steiner school and vibrant Castlemaine township, just a 5-6 minute drive away, round out this idyllic setting.