19 Burnett Road, Castlemaine

Elevated and immersed in privacy on a tightly held 5,075m² garden allotment, this architect-designed residence by Wolveridge Architects is a masterclass in restrained luxury - moments from the Botanic Gardens, yet entirely removed from the everyday. Custom-built by acclaimed local builder Edifice, the home delivers over 350m² of refined living where considered architecture, tactile materials and seamless indoor–outdoor flow define daily life. Floor-to-ceiling thermally broken double glazing frames the dramatic raked-ceiling living domain, anchored by a burnished concrete slab with hydronic in-floor heating. Oversized 2400mm doorways, the absence of architraves and skirtings, and flawless custom joinery create a sense of quiet generosity and cohesion throughout. At its heart, the entertainer's kitchen balances sculptural form with everyday functionality. Premium AEG appliances, a striking Neolith benchtop and a custom American oak island invite connection and lingering conversation. Retractable Centor screens and stacking doors dissolve the threshold to a fully appointed outdoor entertaining pavilion - complete with built-in BBQ, integrated refrigeration and seating - overlooking landscaped grounds and a heated pool. Accommodation is both generous and adaptable, comprising four beautifully appointed bedrooms with extensive robes and bespoke cabinetry, complemented by a secondary living room or library retreat. A cleverly designed two-way powder room connects directly to the pool zone, where bold golden leopard wallpaper introduces an unexpected, playful edge. Beneath the suspended slab, a four-car garage with integrated gym space is enhanced by industrial-grade insulation and acoustic treatments, ensuring absolute comfort above. An additional two-car carport and a remarkable 18×12m high-clearance garage/workshop/studio with 3.6m doors provide exceptional capacity for vehicles, creative pursuits or home business potential. Externally, the material palette is equally compelling. Vertical black Lysaght Enseam® cladding intersects with custom-milled blackbutt timber, designed to weather gracefully into the surrounding bushland. Cemintel Barestone™ panels, locally sourced stone and yellow sandstone crazy paving introduce texture, permanence and a strong connection to place. The gardens are both sculptural and purposeful - original trees retained, expansive lawns softened by layered planting, and a raised IG heated pool as centrepiece. The Remco Coverstar automated pool cover delivers safety and thermal efficiency, while the elevated aggregate pool deck and custom banquette seating provide refined vantage points for entertaining or quiet retreat. This is a home where nothing clamours for attention, yet every element has been meticulously resolved. A rare offering of architectural integrity, privacy and elevated country living in one of the area's most tightly held enclaves. Awards • 2022 MBV Best Renovation & Addition • Featured on Channel 9's Australia's Best House - "Best Family Home" category