Leave the world behind and embrace a family lifestyle of undisturbed tranquillity and natural beauty with this peaceful garden oasis in the heart of Donvale's prestigious acre precinct. Forming part of the protected Mullum Mullum Creek Reserve area and its extensive walking/bicycle tracks that take you to the city, Eastland Shopping Centre, Port Phillip Bay, the outer eastern suburbs and north to Park Orchards and beyond, you're incredibly well connected to the city's key lifestyle assets yet just far away enough to live within private country-style bushland at the top of a coveted court location just minutes to the Eastern Freeway/Eastlink, Ringwood train station and bus transport. Set deeply into its park-like acre (approx.) block that frames extensive views over the beautiful Mullum Mullum Valley and dramatic sunrises and sunsets from multiple points around the home, the innovative two-storey design of this remarkable five-bedroom residence successfully integrates visually and physically with its scenic surrounds whilst maximising daylight use. Indoor-outdoor living is a design feature celebrated by the welcoming formal lounge/dining area (with open fireplace) and radiant open-plan living zone (with wood heater), both of which extend onto the sizeable side deck where you can enjoy breakfasts with the birds or dinners at sunset. Contemporary style and practicality is a hallmark of the pristine Freedom kitchen, which is equipped with quality Miele appliances and granite waterfall benchtops. And with direct access to the gas-heated/saltwater-chlorinated swimming pool (with solar-heated spa), guess who's hosting a New Year's Eve pool party this year! Back inside, a third living area (with balcony access and stunning views) shares the home's first floor with a bright bathroom and three robed bedrooms to present a functional space for the kids to play without disturbing other members of the household, while an excellent master bedroom (with ensuite and walk-in robe), guest bedroom and study enjoy the convenience of a downstairs position. Climate-controlled with ducted heating and refrigerated cooling, this impressive home also boasts a captivating double-storey feature window, polished timber floorboards, large spa bathroom, multi-season garden full of year-long colour, large vegetable garden, abundant bird life, four water tanks, four-station automatic watering system, generous off-street parking, workshop and more. Ready for a tree-change?