Melbourne mansion with three homes and wedding set up
Set across 7.7ha in Hurstbridge, 110 Heather Ave, is a rare multigenerational haven with skyline views, three fully self-contained living zones, and a renovated interior that blends rustic warmth with modern ease.
Now for sale with $2.1m-$2.3m price hopes, the 11-bedroom, five-bathroom property is already drawing big crowds and even bigger reactions, thanks to its breathtaking hilltop setting, poolside entertaining zone and floorplan designed for blended or extended families.
Jellis Craig Eltham sales consultant Rex Calvitto. said the home is tailor-made for big or blended households who don't want to compromise on privacy, or on location,
'You've got that seamless family set up with completely independent living zones, and when people arrive, they walk out onto the deck and just stop. That view makes people pause. It really is something else,' Mr Calvitto said.
The view stretches from the Kinglake Ranges on one side to Melbourne's CBD on the other, offering an unexpectedly dramatic outlook for a property just an hour from the city.
And that's just one of the estate's headline features.
The main residence includes eight bedrooms and four bathrooms across two spacious levels, with multiple living areas including a rumpus room, fireside lounge, meals zone and a flexible upstairs retreat.
Soaring cathedral ceilings and rich timber textures add warmth, while modern updates, including a brand-new stone kitchen with make it ready for 2025 living.
Mr Calvitto said that balance of rustic character and modern comfort is resonating with buyers.
'The vendors have kept the warmth of the home but updated it for today's lifestyle, it's move-in ready, but still feels like a country homestead,' he said.
Connected to the main home is a self-contained one-bedroom apartment, ideal for a teenager or live-in guests, while a fully separate two-bedroom flat on the property offers added flexibility for relatives, long-term visitors or even potential bed and breakfast use.
And when it comes to entertaining, the layout delivers.
From the elevated wraparound deck — which greets visitors upon arrival — you can see the alfresco area, lawn and pool, all while still connected to the home's heart.
'The indoor-outdoor flow is seamless,' Mr Calvitto said.
'You can be prepping dinner inside while watching the kids in the pool. In summer, it's set up perfectly for barbecues, long lunches, and relaxed entertaining, every space talks to each other.'
The estate also includes two large sheds (one with a gym and office), established gardens, auto gates, and ample water storage.
But the Jellis Craig Eltham agent it's the rarity of the land and the skyline that's truly making waves.
'Properties like this almost never hit the market. The response has been huge,' Mr Calvitto said.
'We've had strong enquiry, great traction on the video campaign, and high engagement online. It's not just another lifestyle listing, it's one that stops people scrolling.'
Even the upstairs master suite, with its pitched ceilings and treetop views, has been catching buyers off guard.
'There's something chalet-like about it,' he said.
'It's private, peaceful, and the kind of space you don't expect until you're standing in it.'
So far, interest has ranged from young families looking for future-proof room to grow, to tree-changers, business owners, and downsizers with adult children or elderly parents.
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