Como Gardens just 40 minutes from central Melbourne offers a garden of historic significance and a craftsman-built residence on 14.8 acres.
From the house the lawns sweep down to the ornamental lake with the Dandenong Ranges as a back drop. The home comprises 3 living areas, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a generous 3 car garage, delightful alfresco dining and entertaining areas and includes all the luxuries and qualities expected in an outstanding modern home.
The land was originally selected by William Chandler in 1873 and the extensive Como Gardens were subsequently developed over ensuing 123 years by this well-known Horticultural Family. In 1996 George & Pat Hertel purchased Como Gardens and built their home while continuing to lovingly maintain and improve the gardens and property.
Walkways wind through luscious gardens that featuring numerous noted plant species including two collections, of one of Magnolia, and one of Prunus, registered with the Ornamental Plant Conservation Association. Two freshwater streams flow from the Dandenong Ranges through the gardens. They supply ample water for the beautiful lakes and water features, and as well as the formal gardens, and a beautiful private rainforest walk meanders alongside one of these streams.
A Museum built to house one of Australia’s finest private car collections is a further improvement on the property as is the 650-metre long miniature railway with its own railway station, a novel way to view the gardens, and the Hilton of bird Aviaries that houses a collection of exotic birds. Over the years the owners have hosted many significant fundraising events at Como Gardens and the properties’ gardens and additional features provide plenty of amusements to enjoy.
The offering of Como Gardens for the second time in 147 years represents the rarest of opportunity to enjoy a lifestyle of peace and tranquillity with a touch of fun within this beautiful environment.
Como Gardens just 40 minutes from central Melbourne offers a garden of historic significance and a craftsman-built residence on 14.8 acres.
From the house the lawns sweep down to the ornamental lake with the Dandenong Ranges as a back drop. The home comprises 3 living areas, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a generous 3 car garage, delightful alfresco dining and entertaining areas and includes all the luxuries and qualities expected in an outstanding modern home.
The land was originally selected by William Chandler in 1873 and the extensive Como Gardens were subsequently developed over ensuing 123 years by this well-known Horticultural Family. In 1996 George & Pat Hertel purchased Como Gardens and built their home while continuing to lovingly maintain and improve the gardens and property.
Walkways wind through luscious gardens that featuring numerous noted plant species including two collections, of one of Magnolia, and one of Prunus, registered with the Ornamental Plant Conservation Association. Two freshwater streams flow from the Dandenong Ranges through the gardens. They supply ample water for the beautiful lakes and water features, and as well as the formal gardens, and a beautiful private rainforest walk meanders alongside one of these streams.
A Museum built to house one of Australia’s finest private car collections is a further improvement on the property as is the 650-metre long miniature railway with its own railway station, a novel way to view the gardens, and the Hilton of bird Aviaries that houses a collection of exotic birds. Over the years the owners have hosted many significant fundraising events at Como Gardens and the properties’ gardens and additional features provide plenty of amusements to enjoy.
The offering of Como Gardens for the second time in 147 years represents the rarest of opportunity to enjoy a lifestyle of peace and tranquillity with a touch of fun within this beautiful environment.