*Please note that masks must be worn inside the house at this property, by vendor request* Just 55 minutes from the CBD and with direct and easy access to the Eastern and Monash Freeways, lies this picturesque property. Located in Clematis, just five minutes from the convenient hub of Emerald, a few minutes from Aura Vale Lake and Lysterfield Lake Park, and set on a substantial 2,277m2 allotment, this property offers a tranquil escape to come home to. THE PRIMARY HOME Steeped in history, this home is flooded with natural light through its period sash windows and boasts three bedrooms (third bedroom currently being used as a second living space), with French doors leading out to the magnificent gardens. The cosy lounge room has a large wood heater (house also features ducted heating throughout), views out to the gardens and deck. The kitchen and dining area features beautiful recycled timber floors. The period bathroom with claw foot bath incorporates a laundry with direct access outside to the clothesline. Newly laid timber deck with views across the beautiful mature gardens round out this lovely home. 'THE BARN' This character filled and inviting space which can be used as a home office, artist studio or teenagers retreat, has been designed by an interior designer and is a stylish and special space. Featuring a large open plan living space, dining and fully equipped kitchen area with magnificent vaulted ceilings, window seat gazing out to the trees and a Masport fireplace, second room for sleeping or study, a brand new bathroom with stylish shower and designer touches such as the handmade recycled timber vanity, and the living area features French doors leading on to the private entertaining deck with gorgeous garden views. The upstairs mezzanine loft has a pitched ceiling, character gable dormer, study nook overlooking the gardens and plenty of room for a king sized bed. There is also another small patio off the front entrance where you can enjoy your morning cuppa in the sun. Stunning gardens comprise of established trees at the wooded end of the garden, and a lovely lawn between the dwellings, with a row of silver birch, sprays of honeysuckle, jasmine and wisteria, roses, hydrangeas and green screening on all boundaries. A truly unique and special property, inspect now for your senses to be wowed by the romance of yesteryear.