Leave the rat race behind! A suburb with close proximity to public transport however far enough away to consider it peaceful and tranquil. With scenic views in the foothills and its rural atmosphere, this suburb rates extremely high for its affordability.Its Melbourne's hidden gem. A fifty minute drive along the Monash Freeway will bring you into Melbourne's city centre. As the terminus for the Pakenham line, Pakenham Station provides limited express services to the City Loop during peak times. The number of shopping centres in the area greatly reduces the need to shop out of Pakenham. In the town centre you will find an Aldi and a Safeway, while the Heritage Springs Shopping Centre and Lakeside Shopping Centre boast cafes, butchers, bakeries and fashion boutiques. The Pakenham Central Marketplace is a newly completed major shopping centre featuring a Woolworths, Big W and Dick Smith. Boasting space and comfort this 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home with study and Alfresco. Ducted heating, air-conditioner, dishwasher. Landscaped gardens easy to maintain. Double lock up garage.