28 Knee Lane, Croydon North, Vic 3136

Inspired architectural design has created this unique character home, one with a distinctive sense of place, a deep connection to nature and beautiful craftsmanship. These enduring qualities are presented with richness, warmth and light, in a home unlike any other, located just 100m from Hochkins Ridge Flora Reserve.

The home stands proud before a private landscaped front garden, its recycled brick and painted cedar exterior framing walls of windows that blend the indoors with the outdoors. Interiors immediately reveal its distinctive style and clever composition: exposed timber beams, soaring ceilings and earthy tones ground the home in a natural balance that feels both purposeful and peaceful. In floor heating on the lower level is an added luxury for year round comfort. It's northerly orientation makes the most of passive solar principles, maximising natural sunlight throughout the year PLUS Solar panels, 10kwh battery with blackout protection, wiring for electric car charger and heat pump hot water service further enhancing its efficiency.

At every opportunity, there is a connection to nature: two front living areas open onto the patio and garden, while the second lounge and ground-level bedroom offer glimpses of the flourishing rear garden. The kitchen and three upstairs bedrooms look out towards distant bushland and the Yarra Valley. The rooms feel generous and well connected within an organic layout, while handcrafted built-in cabinetry, reverse-cycle heating and cooling, ceiling fans and dual blinds add practical refinement. A downstairs powder room serves guests, while the kitchen features a double pantry, Bosch oven, gas cooktop and Miele dishwasher. One bedroom has an ensuite, another a walk-in robe, the upstairs landing provides a spacious retreat or study, and the attic offers the extra storage every family needs.

The thoughtful architecture extends outdoors to established gardens defined by curved stone walls, extensive brick paving, fruiting and flowering plants, and a focal pond. Two water tanks and an outdoor sink support gardening, while a rear door to the double garage provides access between the front and rear yards. The garage itself includes a workshop, storage area, mezzanine and direct access to the house.

Beyond it all, the neighbourhood features abundant nature reserves, including Hochkins Ridge Flora Reserve at the end of the street and Nangathan Reserve with its playground around the corner. Within this natural setting, you are well connected to community, with McAdam Square and Maroondah Village shops nearby and a choice of schools such as Yarra Valley Grammar, Luther College and Yarra Road Primary also within easy reach.

For those drawn to something with a little more soul, this is a home with rich character, made for living well.