Sitting on a large allotment in the community of Epsom, this brick veneer family home is designed, constructed and lived in by a local renowned builder and is neat as a pin and filled with charming and unique features throughout. Take a walk to nearby Botanical Gardens or a short drive to local schools and shops while still only 10 minutes from the Bendigo CBD. Soaring gumtrees and established gardens deliver street appeal while the traditional façade with wide verandah is an attractive welcoming sight. Exposed brick work, slate flooring and colonial bar windows are unique traditional elements that add character to the home while still maintaining all the contemporary inclusions you could desire. Upon entry a study or forth bedroom with built in storage to the right and the left is the sunken lounge room with 10 foot ceilings height and statement fireplace and solid wood burning fire, the perfect place to gather with family and friends and share the most treasured moments together. Open plan living, dining and kitchen is found at the rear, with expansive views overlooking the lush green fernery and alfresco, it provides an incredible feeling of space and serenity, flooding all rooms with natural light. The well-appointed kitchen is generous in size, featuring island bench, dishwasher, stainless steel appliances and walk-in pantry. Glass sliding doors lead to the large covered alfresco area with built in barbecue with natural gas supply (no bottles needed) for year round entertaining. Verdant green fernery runs the length of the rear of the home and with the inclusion of a water feature / pond, it is a peaceful retreat. The bedroom wing of the home, off a separate hallway, consists of two generously proportioned rooms, both including built in robes. Master bedroom incorporates a walk-thru robe and contemporary light filled ensuite bathroom with a view of gardens beyond. Fully updated 3-piece bathroom, separate toilet and large laundry service the home. The expansive rear yard with plenty of opportunity to add your own touches to suit your individual needs. In addition, the studio with additional is a fantastic fifth bedroom, work-from home option or extra living space. Large shedding can also be accessed from a wide side driveway with double gates, ideal for storage of a caravan, boat or trailer and your dream home workshop. Additional features: - 9 foot ceilings throughout - Ducted evaporative cooling throughout - Refrigerated air conditioning wall unit in living - Ceiling fans throughout - Eureka’ solid fuel burning fireplace - Rinnai gas heater in living - Instantaneous gas hot water system - Extensive storage throughout - Rear irrigation system for fernery - 12.6 x 7.2 metre powered shedding with remote roller door access plus garden / wood shed