Country Dream Homes
The enduring popularity of TV shows such as Country House Hunters and Escape to the Country, coupled with classic glossy magazines such as Country Style and Country Living attest to the dream many of us have of owning a rural property.
Space to breathe and tranquil vistas are often the two major drivers for tempted tree-changers seeking to escape the confines of urban living. And there is no need to forgo style and luxury with a growing cohort of country home renovation influencers inspiring serious home envy with their online offerings tagged ‘farmhouse chic’, ‘country glam’ and ‘rustic luxe’.
Winter is the perfect time to seek your country house escape. Think roaring open fires, cooking up a storm in a farmhouse kitchen, snow drifts on distant hills, and rugging up for a brisk walk along peaceful bush tracks.
RT Edgar currently has some stunning country and coastal retreats listed for sale.
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Country Dream Home Wish List
Far-reaching views incorporating borrowed landscapes such as distant mountains, bushland, coastline, or pastureland.
An open fireplace or wood fire heater and wood storage space.
A ‘heart-of-the-home’ kitchen with a freestanding cooker e.g. Aga or Belling, and a large walk-in pantry with plenty of storage shelves.
A mud room with space to remove gumboots and hang outdoor coats before entering the main house.
A kitchen garden to provide seasonal herbs and vegetables.
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Suma Park Estate
![2135 Bellarine HIghway, Point Lonsdale 2 images.jpg](/media/images/2135_Bellarine_HIghway_Point_Lonsdale_2_images.width-800.jpg)
A heritage equestrian property established in 1888.
2135 Bellarine Highway, Point Lonsdale.
Sanders Wood
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Opulent country luxe in the Macedon Ranges.
123 Hesket-Boundary Road, Hesket.
Cedar Rise
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A tranquil, luxury property with spectacular views of Hanging Rock.
40 Koala Drive, Newham.
The Lodge
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A haven of elegance, comfort, and privacy in the Macedon Ranges.
26-28 Days Track, Hesket.
Mulberry Hill
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A stunning rural retreat on 38 acres.
41-99 Island Road, Wallington.