Sale by SET DATE 16/2/2016 (unless sold prior) Grand in design, stately in appearance and fabulously refurbished to exacting standards, this state-of-the-art entertainer's playground is at the height of upmarket Donvale living. Enjoying a coveted position at the top of a premier cul de sac desired for its class, prestige and outstanding privacy, this remarkable residence, hidden behind automatic wrought iron gates on a sprawling acre (approx.) dressed with sweeping lawns and blossoming gardens, delights with its exceptional proportions, multiple living areas, zoned accommodation, premium-grade fixtures and fittings and breathtaking scenery. A captivating open fireplace framed with a granite mantle takes pride of place in the formal lounge and dining arrangement, styled with a contemporary flavour, views of the rolling landscape and an open sense of space to present a grand yet unpretentious setting. A second fireplace (gas log) delivers abundant warmth throughout the vast open-plan living, yet the presence of glass doors invites the striking interior to integrate with the five-star outdoor entertaining area equipped with an undercover kitchen (gas mains connected with teppanyaki hot plate, built-in BBQ, separate gas burner, integrated sinks, stainless steel rangehood, wine cooler and a Bosch stainless steel dishwasher for easy clean-up after parties), large dining area, strip heaters, cafe blinds, three-zone Bose speakers, fully-tiled solar-heated and ionised swimming pool with spa and a casual sitting area where you can unwind with friends beneath a star lit sky. Back inside, a feature island bench topped with marble also forms the centrepiece of the gourmet kitchen, sporting sleek lines, marble benchtops and splashback, integrated sinks, Miele stainless steel dishwasher, Miele induction cooktop and ILVE 900mm stainless steel oven. With so much play space for the adults, a secluded retreat that flows off the open-plan living provides the kids with their own space to play their games without disturbing other members of the household. And for the fitness minded, a dedicated space with a fully-tiled spa, sauna and bathroom facilities is tailor-made for a home gym set-up. Crafted with luxury and class in mind, three bathrooms are styled with floor-to-ceiling tiling, stone vanities and frameless showers; two of the four bedrooms (Master with outdoor access and walk-in dressing room) also enjoy the benefits of having their own private ensuite. Offering state-of-the-art living, this refined and exquisite residence also offers a three-car remote garage with rear workshop, wonderful high ceilings, ducted vacuum, European oak timber floors, plush carpets to all bedrooms and large study, evaporative cooling, ducted heating, split-system heating and cooling and hidden storage shed. Conveniently located within minutes of The Pines Shopping Centre, bus transport, well-regarded private schools (Carey Baptist Grammar and Donvale Christian College among them), Mullum Mullum Reserve, Westfield Shoppingtown and the Eastern Freeway/Eastlink.