Immersed within a serene landscape, this cottage-style bungalow is a hidden gem, boasting tranquility and convenience. A 10-minute walk takes you to Upwey Train Station, local shops, dining and cafes, while Upwey Primary School and Upwey High School are just a 12-minute walk away. Angliss Hospital is an 8-minute stroll and additional retail and dining options are a short 3-minute drive away in Upper Ferntree Gully. With the backdrop of the captivating natural beauty of the Dandenong Ranges National Park and Kokoda Memorial Walking Trails, this home sits on a huge elevated 1,302sqm block, enjoying breathtaking views and a connection to nature that is unparalleled. Vaunting a storybook appeal, the abode presents rustic weatherboard cladding in a welcoming palette of white and light ocean blue. Stepped gardens and a lush lawn, crafted by rock retaining walls, lead to the entrance, framed by an ambience of forest trees. A winding pebble and gravel driveway creates anticipation, and the front-facing entertainers' deck offers stunning leafy views. Recently renovated and modernised, the open-plan living and dining space is air-conditioned and complemented by ducted heating. Luxe timber-look floating floors and breezy sheer curtains are big ticks. A separate studio with ample natural light, views and a sink offers flexibility. The upgraded kitchen is opulent, featuring 40mm marble-look stone countertops, Westinghouse cooking appliances and a dishwasher. Abundant gloss-white handleless soft-close cabinetry completes the space. Two well-sized bedrooms are on offer. The main bedroom has a full wall of built-in robe storage. The luxuriously refurbished bathroom boasts full-height black-marble look wall tiles, stained glass opaque windows and a fully frameless shower. Property Specifications: · Two bedrooms, open-plan living and dining, entertainers' deck with stunning views · Separate studio and plenty of idyllic picnic spaces among the gardens · Luxuriously-appointed bathroom and kitchen · Plenty of natural light and privacy · Heating, AC, LEDs, quality flooring, sheer curtains · Framed by natural gardens and with a forest-like backdrop · Easy walk to train station, locals schools, dining, shops, cafes and the hospital