An Extraordinary Private Estate - Gilderoy, Victoria
1311 Little Yarra Road, Gilderoy VIC 3797
Formerly 25A Howells Road, Gilderoy VIC 3797
24.77 hectares | 4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Approx. 61.2 acres

Discover The Gamekeeper's Lodge, an extraordinary private estate where contemporary architectural luxury meets the timeless beauty of Its quintessential Australian landscape.
Set across 24.77 hectares of spectacular countryside, this unique four-bedroom, two-bathroom residence combines bespoke design, premium imported finishes and advanced technology with the birdsong through the private rainforest lake and Little Yarra River frontage creating the soundscape for the breathtaking valley views.

Inspired by contemporary European lake and mountain-lodge living, the residence showcases French oak flooring, exposed white oregon timber beams with Tasmanian Oak panels, and Belgian thermal-break windows . The imposing exterior is Italian premium Cotto d'Este Kerlite porcelain and glass walls for every room . The Colorbond Manor Red roof and fittings completes the presentation of a tricolour expression to replicate the red volcanic soil and manna gum environment.

At the Lodge's focal point, an impressive 8m x 9m conservatory has a 12-panel glass ceiling with remote control shutters. This features a magnificent antique Italian marble double-sided fireplace, spectacular Italian terrazzo flooring and entertainment/study console . views across the rainforest lake and majestic Manna Gums. A matching sized Kerlite patio has its own face to the double-sided fireplace creating an exceptional indoor-outdoor entertaining environment. The integrated conservatory and patio share easterly view of the lake /manna gum environment and northerly view of the 60 acre farm

The expansive open-plan kitchen features premium Gaggenau appliances, bespoke terrazzo benchtops, integrated climate-controlled wine storage and a butler's pantry. The Lodge has six integrated media centres ; ducted reverse-cycle air conditioning ; custom made wall features of farm printed on glass . The walls of glass invite an extraordinary environment of both flora & fauna inside.

The bedrooms all have a total glass wall overlooking rainforest or cleared farmland hills . All have a total wall of bult- in robes and TV entertainment built in. The bathrooms are best described as schmick - you see/you believe. The master bedroom/ dressing room/ en-suite is up to any penthouse standard

Your arrival opens a memorable story . Locally milled messmate timber pillars support an impressive car-port and portco suite dominated by a sculptural iron wedge-tailed eagle overlooking the courtyard and its indigenous tree ferns. Before you is the colour palette of shades of grey from the Kerlite stone house ; Australian red earth of roofing and large format window trim; and the verdant green of the rainforest and pasture presented with a symphony of birdsong.

A Remarkable Natural Landscape

The property extends from the southern boundary Little Yarra River Reserve and its associated rainforest , rising approximately 200 metres through a series of elevated plateaus with stunning valley views. A fern-rich rainforest gully borders the northern corner, adjoining State Forest, while the eastern boundary encompasses a beautiful rainforest lake fed by a perennial stream sustained by natural springs and groundwater.

Lifestyle Meets Agricultural Potential
Beyond its extraordinary lifestyle appeal, the property offers potential for future agricultural pursuits, including apple, cherry, berry and lime orchards, as well as viticulture. A documented viticultural feasibility study is available for consideration. Rare Opportunity
The Gamekeeper's Lodge is a unique offering - an architecturally distinctive luxury residence set within a remarkable natural sanctuary, with river frontage, rainforest, a private lake and exciting rural lifestyle possibilities.

An exceptional estate for those seeking privacy, architectural individuality and a genuine connection with nature.

THE GAMEKEEPER'S LODGE - Where luxury meets the best Australian landscape. 60 metre trees propagating from rich, red volcanic soils and an average 1460 mm rainfall distributed 70-140 mm per month.