Situated on a magnificent 8.124 ha (20 acres) in the coveted Samaria valley, this very special property provides a superb opportunity for those seeking a change of pace. The expansive five-bedroom home and gorgeous self-contained cottage are nestled within a deciduous garden setting where mature trees abound showcasing the most beautiful autumn display. Two creeks wind gently through the undulating property creating a sense of wilderness and seclusion, surrounded by large farms and towering Yellow Box the property has a deceptively large feel. Ideally suited to the horse enthusiast the infrastructure is excellent and includes post and rail fencing, laneways, a 60 x 20 sand ménage, yards, paddock shelter and a permanent creek which flows all year round. The open plan living room spills onto a north facing landscaped garden in the shade of a spectacular Liquidambar. A classical white country kitchen is very well equipped, featuring the warmth of Tasmanian Blackwood bench-tops, loads of cupboards and drawers, a dishwasher, an appliance cupboard, pantry and an original Wellstood wood fired stove. Not only are all the bedroom generous in size, but the main bedroom is a wing within itself. It boasts a private sitting room with French doors that lead out to a beautiful paved pool area, an office, a dressing room and a full ensuite with a lovely deep bath. Positioned across the garden and private from the main house the fully self - contained cottage features garden views, two bedrooms, a kitchenette and a bathroom, perfect for guest accommodation or perhaps a B&B enterprise. Situated an easy 20-minute drive from Benalla for shopping, medical and schooling. 40 minutes from Mansfield and 1.5 hours to the ski slopes of Mt Buller. FEATURES: Elegant 5 bedroom plus study home, wide verandahs, 10m x 4m inground pool, private courtyard 2 bathrooms, plus separate powder room Mudroom and good size laundry Built in robes to 3 bedrooms, excellent storage throughout entire home Tasmanian Blackwood benchtops in kitchen, Fisher & Paykel ceramic cooktop & elect. oven, Meile D/W Garden views from every window, 9' ceilings Large slow combustion wood heater, split systems for heating & cooling 60 x 20 sand menage Post & rail fencing - 6 paddocks - troughs, laneway system 4 steel yards, tack room/feed shed Lock up workshop Automatic entry gates Permanent water - Samaria Creek The particulars contained herein are supplied for information only and shall not be taken as a representation in any respect on the part of the vendor or the agent. Interested parties should contact the nominated person for full and current details. Property Code: 1079