Visually arresting from every aspect, yet unpretentious in its elevated execution, 'Orchard Keepers' is a master stroke of style and sustainability from acclaimed architect Clare Cousins, where the raw and refined are effortlessly balanced with warm minimalism. Every corner of this 10.15 acre (approx.) working truffle farm has been carefully curated to optimise its lifestyle credentials, resulting in an understated level of quiet luxury and transcendent calm.
A stunning configuration has been designed to integrate with the original residence and worker's cottage that surrounds a 72-year-old Sequoia Redwood, stretching out to take in hinterland panoramas from its extensive picture windows. An innovative aesthetic showcases a sublime use of natural finishes to create a refined and unique residence, with high-pitched Spotted Gum ceilings and bespoke walls, hydronic-heated concrete floors and a hand-built artisan circular brick chimney and fireplace accentuating the comforting minimalist style of the main living domain.
A host of integrated Fisher & Paykel appliances cater for events and relaxed family dining, complementing the entertainer's deck where a rustic meal with friends is enjoyed under the shade of the grand Sequoia.
A second living zone in the original wing of the home enjoys a more traditional aesthetic with the same relaxed ambience, edged by two guest bedrooms, each equipped with its own ensuite. The home's refined materiality is further reflected in the main suite through Spotted Gum, with full-width robes leading to an opulent ensuite with a Concrete Collective pendant bath and twin vanities.
A working 2-acre truffière with 375 French Oak trees is flanked by a loft-style barn with an upstairs office/Living space, storage garage and commercial kitchen provisions, complemented by separate driveway access and 115,000L of total water storage. A self-contained guest home, "the Workers Cottage" a double garage, a machinery shed, a dam, and a kitchen garden add polish to an all-encompassing lifestyle experience in the heart of the Peninsula's wine country, just over an hour from Melbourne and only moments from Red Hill Village.
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