Norton Summit: the roads are a little steeper, the embrace of the bush is closer and the nearest fine coffee is likely to come from your own espresso machine. But, it's all part of Norton Summit's profound appeal for the many leading architects, artists, community leaders and artisan producers who call it home... only minutes from Eastern suburbs shopping and 15km from the CBD. 44 Crescent Drive exemplifies the best of Norton Summit: captivating views; generous interiors with a warm lodge-like feel; cul de sac privacy; and 5.8 beautiful acres, enough to keep you fit and fed but never fettered. Architect designed, craftsman built and sympathetically extended, the home rises over two levels. Extensive use of jarrah, cypress pine, cedar and beech - creates a warm and sophisticated ambience. High quality fittings and finishes complete this stylish and truly comfortable retreat. Entering the timber-lined vestibule you gain an immediate sense of the imaginative layout as it flows to the main living area with its cypress pine ceiling, Basket Range stone fireplace - and stunning dress circle views. Take the wide, polished jarrah stairs to the upper level and you find an open sitting room: light-filled and a snug anteroom to the two bedrooms at the northern end of the house and the master suite to the south. The family bathroom - Italian ceramic vanity, tub, frameless rain-head shower - and laundry have been tastefully renovated and offer plenty of storage. The four bedrooms - master and guest with designer en suite bathrooms - are spacious, brightly lit by natural light and complete with built-ins and storage. The master has windows over the main living area, guaranteeing the valley view of cherries and chardonnay vines and a share of the heat from the combined slow combustion/open fire below. On the lower level, the guest suite enjoys the same 2-way fireside and would make a superb dayroom, study or studio. A full-length western balcony (with Vergola and blinds) makes the ideal entertaining area and flows easily from the living room. Here is an unparalleled vantage point for serene sunsets and glimpses of Yorke Peninsula. The master and guest suites also have access to private decks with views across Third Creek to Giles Conservation Park. Outdoor improvements include substantial double carport with lock-up, a 12x6 concrete floored shed; a chook shed and three paddocks suitable for sheep. The property runs principally on rainwater with 80kl (approx.) capacity across a number of tanks. A fully equipped bore provides additional water supplies. Two hot water services ensure constant supply, with the bathrooms and laundry serviced by a high-quality glass-tube solar heater supplemented by off-peak. Energy efficiency measures - including double glazing and Duo blinds on the large westerly windows - are complemented by a 7.2kw solar PV system. Numerous fruit and nut trees stud the well-established garden: lemons, figs, walnuts, quinces, hazelnuts and olives. Norton Summit Primary School, Community Centre, Post Office, Family Medicine Practice and famed Scenic Hotel are within an easy stroll. Situated on the Heysen Trail, the property is also within walking distance of the Morialta, Giles and Horsnell Gully Conservation Parks and a number of small Hills' cellar-doors. All in all, this is an idyllic home, not just for you and your family, but for those things that make your unique lifestyle, a home for your art, books, curiosities, hearth-loving dog and home-made quince paste. Property Features • Built 1992, 5.8 acres, 3 paddocks, 2 holding yards, water points (sheep, alpacas, chooks) • r/c a/c split systems • s/c Cheminees Philippe heater (can be used as open fire) • Double glazed windows • chefs kitchen, Miele dishwasher, 900mm Blanco 5 burner gas hob and electric oven, 900mm Smeg rangehood • full-length viewing and entertaining deck with westerly aspect, Vergola and blinds • second sitting room on upper level incl. skylight • Main bathroom with bath, frameless shower, rain-head • Separate laundry/utility room, linen press, storage, skylight, rear deck access • multiple inbuilt storage cupboards, bookshelves, wine storage • polished (wide plank) jarrah floors and stairs, cypress pine ceilings in living areas and 3 bedrooms • c80kl rainwater • Bore (switched between RW) • 7.2kw solar PV • Glass-tube solar HWS • Ozekleen sewage plant (recently installed) • Double carport plus tool shed • 12x6m double door garage with lined workshops, mezzanine storage, light/power • Fire pump and two hose reels • Numerous fruit and nut trees, garden • 2-minute walk to Primary School • Close to Scenic Hotel, Post Office, Medical Practice and Community Centre