Offering seclusion and privacy is this charming country residence on 23 acres in the Muckleford Valley just 5 minutes from Castlemaine town centre. Beautifully nestled within established native gardens and majestic gums, with stone walling, open pastures, massive dam and picturesque meandering creek at rear boundary - this property is a rare find. With northern orientation the home offers passive solar living environment with garden vistas from every room. Featuring: open plan kitchen dining area, well appointed kitchen, dishwasher, electric cooking, walk-in pantry and access to north and south paved entertaining areas. A second spacious living area with feature fireplace, four bedrooms each with built in robes, main with ensuite and walk-in robe, spacious laundry, family size bathroom with separate toilet. Features include under floor heating zoned to every room, reverse cycle air conditioner, double garage/workshop and double carport, huge water storage including dam, established orchard and vegetable garden and irrigated native plantings. With the Castlemaine Steiner School and Golf Club as your near neighbours -This is one to love! Lot/Plan No: /~3/6/3209