Unique family haven in Lara

Lara has become top of mind for those buyers looking to live outside the larger urban settlements but still within easy reach to all that they offer.

Homeowners have also been drawn to Lara for its neighbourhood values that offer a semi-rural lifestyle in a close knit community, with everything they need at their doorstep.

Hodges Lara have just listed an extraordinary family home that boasts heaps of character and distinctive style.

At 13 Scarlett Grove you can elevate your family’s lifestyle to a new level with this spacious three-storey home in a unique tropical garden setting.

 

With multiple living spaces, balconies taking in views to the You Yangs, Anakie and beyond, and an extra-large garden spa, this home is ideal for a family wanting relaxed living not too far from the city.

In a quiet court and backing onto picturesque Hovells Creek, the property is positioned for convenience too; within easy reach of Avalon Airport, less than 20 minutes’ drive to Geelong’s CBD and minutes from the Princes Freeway to Melbourne.

The home has been cleverly designed to accommodate big gatherings or for everyone to spread out and relax.

Hodges Lara sales consultant Rena Maniatakis said that this property is a very rare offering.

“The home is a standout, very roomy with multiple living options,” Ms Maniatakis said.

“The home also boasts a great outdoor space with spa and entertaining area and a handy undercover area.

“[It’s] situated in a quiet court with easy access to the freeway, ring road and town centre.”

The living hub is the upper level, with a central kitchen, large dining space, lounge/library with baby grand piano, built-in study area and master bedroom suite with walk-in robe and luxe ensuite.

Sliding doors open wide to a long deck with northern aspect, ideal for year-round entertaining, breakfast in the sun or just to relax and enjoy the serenity.

The chef’s kitchen boasts black granite benchtops, a suite of European appliances, including twin Ilve wall ovens and integrated microwave, plus loads of storage with a pull-out pantry.

The middle level accommodates a second lounge, also with study desk and bookshelves, balcony, three generous bedrooms with built-in robes, a slick central bathroom and separate toilet.

The lower level is ideal as a teen retreat, with rumpus room/home gym space and its own access to an undercover terrace for entertaining alongside the 12-seat spa.

Other features include polished cypress timber floors, gas heating and reverse-cycle heating/cooling for year-round comfort, quality bathrooms with granite benchtops and luxury showers, separate laundry, parking for three cars with drive-through access to the rear yard, and landscaped gardens with 25,000-litre water tank.

The home is close to Lara train station for commuters to Melbourne or Geelong, plus Lara Lake, Serendip Sanctuary and the You Yangs for nature lovers.

Lara is also well-served by quality schools, sporting clubs and Lara Village Shopping Centre.

For more information, please contact Rena Maniatakis on 0423 037 828.