Bluestone country estate offers entry to Moorabool Valley wine region

520 Russells Bridge Rd, Russells Bridge, goes to auction on October 18 at 11am.

Set on almost 1.8ha of landscaped grounds, at the end of a tree-lined driveway, is a character-filled bluestone residence that exudes luxury living and rural charm.

Located in Russell’s Bridge, only minutes from Bannockburn and a 25-minute drive to Geelong, the property is on the doorstep of regional amenities, including quality schools and a thriving wine region, making it a perfect blend of country living and city convenience.

“Located in the Moorabool Valley, a very secluded valley with great views of the rolling hills, the property is within easy access to the Ring Road to Melbourne in 60 minutes,” says listing agent Ken McDonald from HF Richardson, Newtown.

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The four-bedroom house at 520 Russells Bridge Rd is warm and embraces country style with hardwood floorboards, stained glass windows, exposed bricks and an open-plan layout that is versatile and creates the perfect space for entertaining.

“The current owners have lived here for 15 years; they fell in love with the character and location of the home and have completed a full renovation over their time at the property,” says McDonald.

 The renovation, which he describes as “high quality”, is a standout.

“It’s such a versatile home with options for an upstairs office or student study,” he says.

Built-in storage and shelving throughout the home cater to practicality, with windows and skylights throughout the home capturing the natural light and generating warmth.

Poolside entertaining could be on the cards this summer.

An electric/gas AGA stove is the centrepiece of the kitchen.

The spacious upstairs bedroom is adaptable, with a beautiful view to boot.

“The home has the perfect orientation to the north with sun-drenched living, meals and kitchen in winter, which is in shade over the summer,” says McDonald.

The open-plan living and dining area, particularly the country-style kitchen, is at the heart of the home and enjoys sweeping views over the surrounding countryside.

“This all leads out to the outdoor entertaining area while the valley views are in the distance,” explains McDonald.

The main bedroom suite is one of three ground floor bedrooms, while upstairs a large, attic-style bedroom has magnificent views.

Outdoors, the property features a large brick-paved patio alongside a 16m solar-heated lap pool and a floodlit tennis court.

The loungeroom has a wood fire and pool views.

The separate studio is divided into four rooms.

The home’s historic charms are on show in the main bedroom suite.

A six-car carport sits between the main house and an additional detached studio with an that offers a separate, flexible space that can be used as a home office, games room, movie or theatre room or potential guest accommodation.

Another original stone building near the tennis court awaits the new owner’s personal touch.

“The expansive outdoors area includes fruit trees, a vegetable garden and a chicken run,” McDonald adds.

The outdoor area is serviced by a 63,000-litre rainwater tank. A river pumping license also comes with the property.

HF Richardson, Newtown agent Ken McDonald will auction 520 Russells Bridge Rd, Russells Bridge, on October 18 at 11am. Price hopes are $1.85m to $1.195m.

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