Steeped in history, 'Oakley Manor' is filled with irresistible romantic grandeur culminating in a timeless example of considered architecture, traditional charm and bespoke luxury that is the essence of a serene hills lifestyle. From the period bullnose verandah that presides over the 3,852 square metres (approx.) of gardens filled with established hydrangeas, English box, weeping cherries and tree ferns, the residence welcomes you into a sublime combination of olde-worlde and contemporary with a beautifully presented 3 bedroom home of proportion and style. Underpinned by the dramatic richness of stained Baltic Pine floors and highlighted by character picture rails, ornate cornices and ceiling roses, the substantial accommodations offer the choice of 2 master suites with robes and full ensuites and a delightful double bedroom with walk-in robe, picture bay window and views across the gardens. Central to the home is the welcoming living space, including an impressive dining room, cosy family lounge with wood heater and the appropriately named ballroom, offering the pinnacle of open plan family living with its expansive cathedral ceilings, dado panelling and vast floor space that provides a myriad of uses for the new owners. A modern farmhouse style kitchen has been updated to include the modern-day conveniences of an integrated dishwasher, Ilve upright oven, a lovely mix of feature granite and timber benchtops and custom cabinetry with the period character of shiplap walls, soaring ceilings and direct garden access. Other notable features include ducted heating, split system cooling, renovated wet areas, McFarlane 17.6 kVA generator, outdoor shedding and car accommodations with enough space for multiple vehicles. Positioned within walking distance of Mount Dandenong and Olinda townships for delightful local boutiques, wellness centres, restaurants, cafes and buses, and just a short drive to the surrounding beauty of national parks, walking trails, William Ricketts Sanctuary, RJ Hamer Arboretum, the National Rhododendron Gardens and SkyHigh Mount Dandenong.