Entering the manicured coastal landscape that surrounds the long, meandering drive, the peaceful contentment is palpable, enriched by local birdsong and the rolling surf behind. The integration of ecosystem, fertile soil and a generous home featuring a unique extension with endless coastal countryside views across to Cape Schanck offers a private, lifestyle property with limitless potential.
Transition Farm is widely regarded as a shining example of small scale sustainable agriculture in Australia. This fertile farmland of some 6.9 acres is Certified Organic and Certified Demeter Biodynamic. The management practices adopted in 2008 focus on health and have created an integrated ecosystem where the life below the ground is as diverse and vibrant as the flora and fauna above. Having nourishingly fed not only a family, but a community, Transition Farm also supplied award winning produce to some of Australia's most renowned chefs and leading restaurants in Melbourne and Sydney. The arable areas are woven into the landscape offering 2.25 acres suitable for agriculture or pasture and an ample, diverse, orchard.
Situated on higher elevation with a sheltered north facing, private garden, the sizable residence comprises the original brick home together with a substantial extension featuring a combination of mudbrick and radial sawn timber. A magnificent, stylish open plan living, dining and kitchen area with Cheminées Philippe wood heater, boasts large picture windows taking in the farm and vast rural landscape. The kitchen features a mixture of timber and stonework benches. A large walk-in pantry catering to the gourmet chef working with local produce. The space has been designed to allow for the bustle of a family and the abundance of the property with an ample workflow. The alfresco deck connects this grand room with the protected garden which includes coastal landscape, lawn, fruit trees, herbs and flowers and an artistic cubby.
The large bedrooms all glow with natural light. The master bedroom features an open fireplace and a stunning new bathroom. Three bedrooms, including the master, are removed from the main living area offering a secluded retreat.
The seamless integration of the coastal landscape with the house, sheds and fertile soil and the incorporation of natural materials and expansive southern vistas speaks of the intelligent design of this vibrant, tranquil property which provides a connection to place with all that the southern tip of the Mornington Peninsula has to offer.
Key Information:
Front and back paddocks suitable for growing, horse agistment or both, limited only by one's imagination.
Established orchard garden, a veritable world class fruit salad selection.
Large garage and storage area.
Established greenhouse and outdoor bathroom.
Polytunnel hosting day to day edible produce.
Oversized, versatile, packing shed thoughtfully constructed using timber and tin with an ample east facing verandah, a store area and cool room, and a vented ridge cap creating natural air flow offers an attractive, concrete based open space.
Machinery shed with three large bays and high clearance to accommodate horse float, caravan or boat.
Abundant water supply with bore water irrigation, 2 X 20,000 litre water tanks, plus 5,000 litre bore water tank.
