18 Brooks Road CLARENDON SA 5157

Ideal for horses and the hobby farmer, this 27 acre property has it all – the house, beautiful gardens and your own native scrub separating your home from horses and grazing land.

Nestled within 9 acres of magnificent surrounding bush and custom designed in 2003, this generously proportioned 240m2 rural retreat presents a first class lifestyle opportunity on a total allotment of approximately 27 acres.

Thoughtfully segregated into an 18 acre parcel of excellent, gum studded grazing pasture to the rear boundary, the home is sited to the front of the block allowing for maximum exposure to the wonderful views across the valley stretching ahead. Picturesque gardens immediately envelope the home, beyond which the remaining 9 acres of stunning native bush provides an exquisite surrounding environment. A sanctuary for a plethora of wildlife species and heritage listed to protect some of the endangered flora uniquely found within its midst, the back yard literally contains its very own trails and scenic bush walks.

Within the sanctuary of the home itself, every window frames a unique and beautiful scene. The floor plan is thoughtfully laid out with sleeping arrangements to one end and living to the other. Daytime living centres around an all-purpose family living space; bright and sunny with a huge bay window and soaring raked ceilings. Within this room is the lovely kitchen, where cooking is never a chore thanks to wrap around windows enjoying the garden outlook.

When night falls, retreat to the formal lounge; spacious and tranquil with a calm, relaxing atmosphere, and with sliding doors opening onto the rear verandah which can be thrown open during balmy evenings entertaining family and friends.

Features include:

* Extremely spacious master bedroom with a big bay window, 2 sets of built in robes for masses of storage and a huge ensuite with updated shower, twin half inset vanities, toilet and heat lamp
* 2nd large bedroom with floor to ceiling window and a triple built in robe
* 3rd good size bedroom with built in robe and a large window/sliding door to rear verandah
* Very big 3 way family bathroom with steps up into a luxurious corner spa bath, separate shower cubicle, separate toilet and spacious vanity area with built in linen cupboards
* Bright and airy family living room with soaring raked ceiling, a huge bay window and a casual entrance door from front verandah
* Big kitchen with warm timber look cabinetry and smart black bench tops and breakfast bar, walk in pantry, microwave nook and large wrap around windows
* Large formal lounge with beautiful timber French doors with decorative leadlight glass panels opening to central hallway, sliding door access to the family room and huge sliding patio doors onto the rear verandah
* Wide entrance hall with attractive timber front door and glass sidelight panels
* Central hallway with built in cupboards to both sides, one with sliding doors for concealment against the wall
* Generous laundry/ boot room with double troughs and door to outside
* 9 ft ceilings with down lighting throughout, higher within the family room
* Parquet look linoleum flooring throughout attractive and highly practical
* Ducted and zoned reverse cycle air conditioning throughout for instant climate control all year round
* 6 panel solar electricity and solar hot water systems
* Environmentally friendly bio-cycle septic system
* Full width red brick paved verandahs to front and rear
* Oversized double garage/ workshop with 2 automatic roller doors
* Expansive gated gravel driveway running through the bush and alongside the front of the home up to the garage
* Gated and fenced house gardens, beautifully planted with established shrubs and trees for year round enjoyment
* 2 x 48,000l rainwater one of which is plumbed to the home, the other is filled from the bore and used for watering the gardens, but is drinkable quality and could be used for the house if required
* Domestic bore and pump
* 2x2m shed with adjoining pony shelter
* 9 acres of native bush and scrub
* 18 acres of good quality grazing land with separate access off Kangarilla Rd

A quality, generously proportioned rural retreat set within its very own bush environment with scenic panoramic views.

Clarendon itself is a highly sought after, esteemed semi-rural suburb within the Adelaide Hills. Its elevated positioning provides spectacular regional views across the neighbouring McLaren Vale wine region. With a popular bakery, 2 well regarded hotels, a country primary school and recreational facilities within its midst, Clarendon offers more than sufficient amenities and infrastructure for general day to day living. Central positioning to several major centres and surrounding townships renders the location even more enviable, with a wide and varied choice of additional facilities between just 10 – 20 minutes away in almost all directions. An exceptional choice for the commuter wishing for easy access to the CBD with a peaceful rural escape at the end of the working day, Adelaide city centre is a stress free 30 minute drive away.

First National Real Estate Nick van Vliet takes pride in presenting this property to the market. We welcome your enquiry and encourage you to call or email for more information. Were here to help you.