Every now and then a property comes to the market that just has that certain appeal. Set off the road down your own long private driveway, brimming with classic Queenslander style and timeless charm, this landmark two story, high set residence stands proud on an ideal half acre allotment of prime and historic Batesford land. All the quintessential elements can be discovered including lead light windows, hardwood timber flooring, casement windows, decorative timber screen doors. Heading up the stairs, the veranda, adorned beautifully with timber balustrading and hardwood decking, showcases the magnificent symmetrical front facade. The central hallway is rich in character with rounded archway, fretwork and hardwood timber flooring underfoot. Branching off on each side with the generously proportioned master bedroom to the right with full ensuite plus walk in robe. To the left you will see two further excellent double sized rooms each with built in robes. The gorgeous family bathroom features an oversized shower and a sumptuous claw foot bath. The kitchen is the heart of the home, delightfully open and functional offering a plethora of cabinetry and storage space and many outstanding features. The long central island bench. Gleaming free standing stainless steel 900mm cooker and matching range hood above plus dishwasher and corner pantry. The dining zone with two large sets of windows will make a perfect spot to gather and look out to the decked area and beyond. Depending on how you wish to configure the flexible floor plan, you may decide to also utilise the elegant carpeted dining space with a stunning built in wall cabinet, to entertain for more formal occasions. This lovely room would also be ideal as a study or home office. The kitchen overlooks the huge carpeted living space where lovely double French doors lead outdoors. The protected deck features roll down blinds and clear laser lite overhead and enough space to accommodate a large outdoor table. The perfect all weather spot to gather with family and friends on a large scale. Decoratively screened with timber battens, an all enclosed downstairs portion of the home offers a large open space with storage room plus a large bedroom, full ensuite bathroom and reverse cycle air conditioner. There is a double carport, workshop area and water tank. The vantage point from the expansive elevated timber verandah, which wraps its way almost the entire way around the dwelling, is stunning. The views over to the side and the rear of the property overlook the established trees and lawned area making for a lush private sanctuary giving a feeling that you are miles from suburbia. When in fact you are only moments from Batesford and minutes to the Ring Road. The attractions of Batesford are numerous. Historically settled in 1837. Surveyed in 1854. The Bluestone Bridge dates from 1859. The Dog Rocks Flora and Fauna sanctuary is home to many endemic species including bird life and an open eucalyptus woodland. Heritage listed sites in this immediate area include Laurence Park Homestead, the five span structure that is the Moorabool River Bridge considered to be one of the finest of its kind and the Moorabool River Railway Viaduct. The renowned Dog Rocks Hotel serves restaurant quality meals and is a beautiful wedding venue right on the Moorabool River. The Bell Park Sport and Recreation Club, Rollins Primary School, Covenant College and Kardinia International School are all conveniently close by. Positioned only ten minutes into Geelong and under five minutes to the Ring Road. Exceptional property, brilliantly positioned, and that right amount of space both inside and outside for the whole family to enjoy. With similar acreage holdings around you here, idyllic Batesford will always be an attractive lifestyle location placed close to all important amenities yet rural, unspoiled and surrounded by countryside steeped in history. *Every precaution has been taken to establish the accuracy of the above information but does not constitute any representation by the vendor or agent.*