Templestowe 29 Edwin Road

Abutting Candlebark Park on two sides, this unique 1 acre plus property is the remaining land of a once 70 acre dairy farm owned by renowned anthropologist Dr Donald Thomson. "The Barn" was built as part of the working farm in 1948 and transformed into this distinctive home in 1986.

Light, spacious and character-filled, with a flexible floorplan, the home currently comprises an expansive living area with an impressive open stone fireplace and underfloor heating, large kitchen with stainless steel benches and an enviable Aga cooker and a delightful conservatory style dining area. The generous bedroom opens out through huge doors to the courtyard and on the upper level, a vast undefined space is waiting to be allotted its role by the new owners.

The original dairy has been converted into a self-contained studio/cottage with bathroom and kitchen. The concrete floor of the original milking shed forms a large alfresco terrace, and the remains of the milking yard and cow race feature as the hard landscaping of an appealing walled garden. The stone quarried on site, recycled timber, mudbrick and slate used in construction by master crafts men are testament to the historical significance of this remarkable property.

The buyer for this unique home may well be as unique as the property itself. All manner of artists, artisans, thinkers and creatives would surely gain inspiration from this exceptional Eltham inspired home and its serene surrounds. Alternatively, a family may wish to realise a rural dream within easy distance of every modern convenience, and reconfigure the interior to accommodate its individual needs.

Rear machinery/storage shed (original calf shed) Large Chicken Coop Minutes to Templestowe Village and The Pines Easy Access to Warrandyte, Eltham and East Doncaster In the Templestowe Park Primary and Templestowe College zones Easy driving distance to private schools

Terms 10% deposit, balance 60/90/120 days

Land: 4,262 sq m approx.