Sale by SET DATE 2/5/2017 (unless sold prior) Sitting atop its own hidden hideaway and set back off the street in the beautiful Lake View Drive community, this impressive estate is a rare find in such a connected position. Encompassing a sprawling double block and with no neighbours at the rear, entry to the property is via an extended driveway with secure automatic gates, which opens out to a private homestead with ample off-street parking and the convenience of a circular driveway. Warming floor boards, which adorn much of the home, welcome you through the front door and lead around to an open front living area with concertina door access to a study or bedroom option. A separate retreat or home office equipped with its own split system air-conditioning, lounge area, bedroom and direct access from the driveway is the perfect spot for a growing teenager or small business operator. Off the hallway, the main bedroom at this end of the home has a walk-in robe, room for a reading chair and a modern bathroom with frameless walk-in shower. The hallway opens up to a spectacular open second living, kitchen and dining space, a place everyone will enjoy spending time. A feature stone topped floating bench is the centrepiece to a sparkling kitchen which has matching stone bench tops throughout, appliance cupboard, stainless steel commercial size Smeg gas cook top and oven, range hood, coloured glass splash back and dishwasher. A separate pantry and plenty of storage add to a fantastic hub. Five further bedrooms off the second living area all have built-in robes and provide plenty of accommodation for the growing family, while a central bathroom with separate shower and bath is well-equipped to handle the family foot traffic. Sliding doors lead out to the highlight of this amazing property, a resort-style backyard where a fully enclosed in-ground pool with grassed seating areas takes centre stage from a large covered wooden deck, the ideal spot for barbecuing with family and friends. The backyard features do not finish there. A built-in asphalt half basketball court will keep the kids occupied for hours, while a cubby house, a huge amount of open grassed spaces, great views and a garden shed contribute to a fantastic landscape. Double gates will allow you to securely park the boat, trailer or caravan and back inside, further comfort is provided by evaporative cooling and gas ducted heating. Ideally positioned close to Edinburgh College and Billanook colleges, proximity to Hull Road, Lilydale Lake, both Mooroolbark and Lilydale shopping and train stations and with easy connection to the Maroondah Highway and Eastlink, this is not just a bricks and mortar decision but an investment in a better lifestyle.