1 Fountain Street, Maldon VIC 3463

Property Details: • Type: House

• Bedrooms: 4 • Bathrooms: 3

Description: Formerly the Wesleyan Church Manse, this iconic property is an outstanding example of Victorian architecture and a statement in refined living. Set on a glorious 2275 sqm (.5+acre) amongst gardens befitting a home of this stature, as electric gates open to the lengthy, tree-lined driveway, it is immediately clear that what lies ahead is very special. The tuck-pointed, double brick grand residence with stone foundations sits in a commanding position behind an exceptional front garden of lawns, stately trees, symmetrical garden beds and gravel paths flanking a central fountain. A short flight of steps leads to the wide, covered, return verandah with timber balustrade. Step into a wide, arched formal entrance hallway where 12' ceilings with decorative cornices are highlighted by the crisp white palette and polished Baltic floorboards that flow throughout. The first two bedrooms sit either side of the hallway. To the left, the elegant premier suite with open fireplace, built in robe and stylish ensuite. Opposite is the second bedroom with robes either side of the central fireplace. Move through to the elegant formal sitting room, the first of multiple refined living and dining areas. Opposite, with cast-iron wood heater, built-in bookcases and cabinetry is the cosy den which flows through to an expansive conservatory-style living and dining space with timber-lined ceilings. French doors at each end open to the verandahs. The triple aspect and walls of windows allow the room to merge seamlessly with its gorgeous surroundings, creating a light-filled, yet warm and inviting space perfect for intimate or large scale relaxation, dining and entertaining. Sited at the heart of the home to connect with all living and dining spaces, the kitchen is an entertainer's delight. Style meets function with an abundance of white cabinetry under sweeping black granite benchtops delivering ample preparation and storage space including a roomy island bench with wine rack and cabinetry. Cooking is via premium gas and electric appliances. A vision of style and elegance, the family bathroom continues the monochrome theme with black and white tiled floor, high-backed claw-footed bath, spacious shower room, toilet and dual vanities sitting either side of a beautiful open fireplace. The adjacent laundry hosts a third shower, vanity and toilet; both bathrooms supporting two bedrooms located to the home's rear. Access to the rear verandah reveals a delightful patio and vine covered alfresco area overlooking the glass-fenced, heated, saltwater swimming pool and separate spa. Professionally landscaped and thoroughly private, the lawns and gardens that embrace the property include majestic elms, silver birch, conifers, clipped hedges and fragrant roses are all kept lush via an irrigation system fed from five, electric pump-supported rainwater tanks and bore. With every attention to detail meticulously executed, the home boasts an array of additional highlights including quality fixtures and fittings throughout, hydronic heating throughout, partial ducted heating/cooling and plantation shutters. There is an exceptional barn-style lock up garage with space for two cars, workshop area and garden shed, all with power and concrete floors, plus 5kw solar system feeding back to the grid. In the heart of historic Maldon, directly opposite the town's leafy Shire Gardens and within strolling distance to shops, cafes, school and sporting facilities, the opportunity to acquire a property of this calibre is rare. When quality counts, and it always should, The Parsonage, with its blend of history, style and finish more than delivers the promise of a highly coveted yet rarely found, executive-level, resort lifestyle. A property to savour.