"Hartwood" - Character Filled 2Ha Estate in Prized Location Occupying an elevated, corner position in a quiet cul-de-sac with dual street frontages, this stunning residence locally knows as 'Hartwood' estate offers 5 arable acres, two high quality and character filled homes in Middle Dural's most prestigious and sought after locations. This classic Australian homestead residence has been built to the highest of quality and meticulously finished throughout whilst featuring a number of European influences. It is evident that this picturesque residence was designed to cater for all family and living types as it features a large in ground swimming pool, championship sized tennis court, horse paddocks, barn / stables and dam. Perfectly positioned in the manicured park like grounds, the main residence has been architecturally designed to overlook the beautiful surrounds and built around a European styled courtyard to be drenched in natural light. The original sandstone cottage / second residence is situated at the front of the property taking full advantage of the picturesque outlook. Hartwood has been masterfully crafted to offer the highest standard of living on a grand scale whilst being within a close commute to all that the Hills has to offer. Main Residence : 4 Bed / 3.5 Bath / Home Office / 3 Car Set across one sprawling level, the generously size home has been influenced by the timeless grace of the Australian homestead. This double brick residence, features high 3.5m ceilings throughout whilst combining rural charm with effortless living. A variety of living and dining options include a formal dining room with fireplace, formal lounge / sitting room, media room off the kitchen, open plan dining and lounge room with marble fireplace, and separate teenage retreat / studio above garage. The kitchen was recently renovated to a traditional style with no expense spared, features include marble bench tops, quality timber cabinetry, large island / central bench, quality stainless steel Miele appliances and an abundance of storage. The bedroom wing offers four large bedrooms, all with built-in or walk-in wardrobes, two rooms featuring ensuites whilst the other two share the main bathroom. Designed and built with entertaining in mind the home provides a choice of outdoor entertaining options and features a central entertaining courtyard covered in wisteria, a beautiful wrap around veranda overlooking the park like grounds and the alfresco overlooking the stunning in-ground pool. The paddocks are well suited for those seeking rural pursuits in either horses or alpacas and features a barn with 3 stables and tack storage. Original Sandstone Cottage / Second Residence : 2 Bed / 1 Bath / Kitchen / Living The second residence was constructed in the 1860s and is one of the oldest homes in the surrounding area. The dwelling features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a variety of sun drenched living and dining rooms. The cottage showcases a large amount of character and charm throughout whilst taking full advantage of rural surrounds. EXPERIENCE We offer a combined 80 years of experience in Residential / Rural / Commercial Sales and Property Management. KNOWLEDGE LJ Hooker Dural's extensive knowledge of Real Estate and innovative approach to selling and leasing works in all market conditions... and the results speak for themselves. RESULTS The franchise has been the top sales office in the LJ Hooker Northern Region on many occasions and remains consistently in the top 20 per cent of sales performers nationally. PROPERTY DETAILS : Entry - Elegant and welcoming front foyer with high ceilings and direct access to the charming alfresco courtyard Bedrooms Four generous - sized bedrooms, all with built / walk-in wardrobe, Two with ensuites - all with colonial doors providing direct access to the verandahs and pretty garden vistas, Master retreat features bespoke fitted 'his' and 'her' walk in wardrobe, full-sized ensuite bathroom. Study / Home Office Spacious home office (black butt timber flooring), located off master bedroom and overlooking the court yard Kitchen Open plan kitchen and family room with built in combustion fireplace, Italian tiled floors, Miele appliances, steam oven, pyrolytic convection oven, warmer drawer, induction cooktop, microwave / convection oven, 2 integrated dishwashers), 2 integrated Liebherr fridges, Billi cold filtered tap, dual sinks and marble tops Bath Rooms / Ensuites Classic /period main bath room, 2 ensuites - Master is a full bathroom ensuite, 4 Toilets in Main residence, 1 Toilet in Cottage Entertainment Rooms Formal Dining and formal lounge both with Jet-Master open fire places, Library / Den reading room off lounge, Spacious Family room off kitchen with Slow combustion fire place, Media room Studio/Teenagers Retreat Great home office, Studio or teenagers retreat (above the garage) Garaging Auto door / 2 car garage, Additional 1 carport attached to the garage Alfresco / Entertaining Covered Alfresco area, In ground 12 m pool with saltwater chlorinator (100,000 Litre pool salt chlorine) Tennis Court Wine Cellar Traditional wine cellar / tasting room (under ground) Barn / Stables Cedar barn with 3 large stables, auto troughs, hot and cold to sink and wash bay, Storage shelving and racks, Approx. 2 acres fenced arena (60mx 20m) and 2 large paddocks with auto troughs and 2 shelters Special Features / Construction Double brick, 3.5m ceilings one level federation charm with wraparound verandahs, Ducted reverse cycle commercial size air conditioning (new in 2017), 20kw solar system on roof (not visible from main aspects), Remote / Auto garage doors and front gate, Security cameras, ADSL2+ internet Fully fenced with post and rail (picket at front), Two acres of landscaped gardens with significant mature trees and shrubs, fully arable property, Rainwater fed 1m litre dam from roof, electric pump irrigation from dam for lawns, garden beds laid with soaker hose from mains Original Cottage Fully self contained cottage - Built in 1860's original cottage (first house in the area), 2 bedroom, one bath, Kitchen with oven and induction cooktop, Living room with Lopei combustion fireplace. **Note: We have obtained all information in this document from sources we believe to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee its accuracy. 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