* Stunning 1yr old executive home, 24 acres, wide return verandahs and forest on two sides. * 5 bedrooms with robes, 2 bathrooms, separate lounge, huge open-plan living, kitchen boasting 900mm stainless steel range, dishwasher, walk-in pantry and Caesarstone topped island. * Storage-rich laundry, powder room and mudroom. * Outbuildings – 12m x 7m shed, double garage, 4-bay machinery shed, tool and wood shed, hen house. * 3 water tanks, huge dam with pump for garden supply, 5Kw Solar power. * Situated 5minutes to Strathfieldsaye, 10mins to Bendigo and easy commute to Melbourne Executive living meets semi-rural lifestyle in this elegant Paul Gray Built home. The property oozes quality and is ideal for family living and entertaining. Set on approx. 24 acres and ideal for hobby farm pursuits, a state forest full of trails to explore awaits at your back gate A welcoming entrance draws you to the expansive central hub of open plan living, boasting the large kitchen, dining and living. Entertaining's a breeze with a 900mm stainless steel range, dishwasher, walk-in pantry and impressive Caeasarstone-topped island bench, the focal point of the kitchen. The amazing vaulted ceiling stretching over the dining area enhances the oversized alfresco where a sense of the surrounding forest backdrop is transformed indoors. The ducted heating/cooling, a Eureka fireplace in the living and open fireplace with ceiling fans outdoors, all combine to ensure year round comfort both inside and out. The separate lounge offers a beautiful retreat for movie time, or a lazy afternoon with a book. The generous Master suite, a dream walk through wardrobe and impressive ensuite is divine. 3 additional bedrooms, with robes, cater for the large family, with a 5th bedroom offering further versatility – a study, nursery, guest room or office perhaps. The double garage has direct access to the storage-rich laundry, including walk-in linen store and two-way toilet. Outside, the secure house yard features stacked-stone retaining walls and the outbuildings include a four-bay machinery shed, hen house, 12m x 7m Colorbond shed with workshop/man cave and solid fuel heater. There's a 5Kw solar power system, abundance of water storage (approx 202,500 ltr), a large dam and pressure pump for garden supply. With plenty of additional room for the pool, pets and even a vineyard, this impressive, executive home on acreage, is a rare opportunity for those seeking the luxurious, rural lifestyle.