"Bellwood" is a luxury Hampton's Estate only 6 minutes drive to the surf coasts famous beaches. This incredibly spacious setting is equipped to welcome families to enjoy outdoor living on the sunny north-facing deck, with a solar-heated pool and spa and vast lawns. Inside, soaring ceilings, light-filled living and a coastal decor will enhance your stay. 4 bedrooms and 3 living areas give everyone room to relax, featuring a gas log fire, ducted heating-cooling, WIFI and Netflix.
The space
Borne of a love of easy entertaining and indoor-outdoor living, this flawlessly designed home is the embodiment of relaxed seaside living in a country setting. A private sanctuary of distinction and calm, this coastal retreat is located in Grossman’s Ridge Estate on the north west boundary of the iconic Surf Coast town of Torquay. This wonderful relaxed country lifestyle in an idyllic coastal environment is only 6km to Torquay’s outstanding shops and world-renowned beaches, yet world’s away from the bustling seasonal crowds.
Timeless design evokes a provincial coastal aesthetic, with raked ceilings and skylights that enhance the sense of space and light. The design provides everything a family needs, with spacious living areas that flow seamlessly to the ultimate outdoor lifestyle zone that includes a solar-heated pool, spa, BBQ area, trampoline, cubby house and heaps of room for children to run and play.
You will feel relaxed the moment you arrive, with a picket fence heralding your arrival at ‘Bellwood’.
Light-filled and full of luxe comforts, this unique and beautiful property is oriented to the north under cathedral ceilings to capture the outlook over the resort-style outdoor area. Full span sliding doors open to the expansive alfresco deck. Enjoy the sun from the comfort of the outdoor dining setting and outdoor kitchen, in full view of the kids in the pool.
Inside, you can expect to find comfortable furnishings and Hampton’s styling; a homely place full of heart. There is plenty of room for everyone to spread out and relax, or come together as a group. Choose a cosy spot with a book, or chill out in one of three living areas with WIFI and ducted heating-cooling. The main living area has a gas log fire and Smart TV/Netflix connectivity), with this tech also available in the second lounge/media room. A rumpus room in the separate children’s wing is the perfect kids retreat, with heaps of toys and games to play with! A home office also caters to those who need to work or study during their stay.
The large central kitchen features duck egg blue tiles, Shaker profile cabinetry, large Butler’s Pantry and a huge island bench with stools. Quality appliances include a coffee machine, pyrolytic oven and induction cooktop. Dining settings indoors or out will be the site for memorable meals and conversation.
Location wise, this idyllic lifestyle promises to sweep you away from the hustle and bustle of busy life and traffic. As our guests, you will benefit from the close proximity to beautiful beaches and all the conveniences of the Torquay shops, yet once you arrive 'home', you are totally removed from the hype of ‘town’. A nearby play space in the estate has a basketball ring, footy goals and a BBQ - easy to walk or ride your bikes to daily.
All four bedrooms are beautifully appointed with hotel quality sheets and towels. We have done all we can to make your stay as comfortable and as enjoyable as possible. The presidential master suite is zoned for privacy and has a king-size bed and ensuite. Defining features include vaulted ceiling, panelled feature wall and sheer curtains. The other 3 double bedrooms to the east wing all have ceiling fans and wardrobes, serviced by a central family bathroom with shower, bath, vanity and separate toilet. Please note there is also a guest powder room near the kitchen.
Bellwood hosts 8 gorgeous chickens that would appreciate some fresh water and chicken pellets (supplied) during your stay and in return will share with you up to 8 eggs a day. They also love your kitchen scraps. The chickens are only allowed in their coop and a closed off section down the side of the house so they can't escape!