Ferny Creek 21-25 School Road
"LAST HORIZON" - Circa 1900's
Take a step back in time with this historical family mansion in an esteemed location with expansive views to Arthurs Seat, and beyond to Port Phillip Bay as far as the heads.
Set upon nearly 3 magical acres of complete privacy, yet only steps from Ferny Creek Primary School, this property will cast your mind to a time when adults hosted elegant parties and children had freedom to run. The enclosed Jarrah verandah and tessellated tile deck with stunning views to Arthur's Seat sets the backdrop of this home, with far more to be revealed inside. The formal lounge and dining with double open fire, wainscoting, and picture windows flows through to the kitchen and meals area with AGA cooker and commercial oven. Yet it is the uniqueness of each of the 6 bedrooms that will steal your imagination and make you wish you were a child again. Lofts, bunks, upstairs and down, there are plenty of styles to choose from. Add to this the incredible lower rumpus room with wrap-around windows, stone pillars, and bench seating, and this is a family home for any stage of life.
Outside, the garden is a wonderland, with stone walls, double driveways, mature rhododendrons and specimen trees, pathways, stables, pony paddock, garden shed, and double garage with workshop.
Let your imagination take you away at this unique and inspiring residence.
Rare and unique property with views to Arthurs Seat, and beyond to Port Phillip Bay as far as the heads. Stunning period features including leadlight, etched glass, sash windows, ceiling roses, and wainscoting Formal lounge and dining with double open fire and picture windows Impressive timber work including wide staircase and blackwood cabinetry Kitchen with AGA cooker and garden views Family bath with large spa tub and separate shower room Wetroom entry with powder room and cedar-lined laundry Double driveway, double garage, workshop, garden shed Stunning Edna Walling inspired mature gardens with wonderland appeal The house captures your imagination with variety of potential uses; from B&B (STCA) to in law accommodation.
Land: 11,413 sq m approx.
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Property Information
- Land area approx 11,413sqm
Nearest Schools
- In Catchment Area
- Independent Schools*
Primary School
- Ferny Creek Primary School
Secondary School
- Upwey High School
Combined
- Belgrave Heights Christian School
Primary
- St Thomas More's School
- Christadelphian Heritage College Melbourne
- St John the Baptist School
- St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
- St Joseph's Primary School
- Ghilgai School
- St Paul's School
- Our Lady of Lourdes School
- Dandenong Ranges Steiner School - School Road Campus
- St Richard's Primary School
Secondary
- Mater Christi College
- St Joseph's College
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Fletchers Area Guide Ferny Creek, VIC 3786
The median house price recorded by the REIV for the September 2024 quarter was $1,200,000. Built around and to the south of Dunns Hill, Ferny Creek is a quaint eastern suburb in the Dandenong Ranges. Located 33 kilometres away from the CBD, Ferny Creek is surrounded by conservation zones and national parks, allowing its residents to experience the country lifestyle while living only a short drive away from the city. Without a doubt, Ferny Creek is a gem of the Dandenong Ranges.