Warrandyte Garden Of Tranquillity On The Doorstep To Melbourne

The Sunday Age

Sunday October 21, 2007

Susannah McGregor

WARRANDYTE may be bordered on three sides by state park, but the property at 2 Swansfield Court boasts its own decent patch of grass - an acre of land dotted with trees, lilacs, azaleas and roses. It's the garden and private, tranquil location only 30 kilometres from the CBD that Claire Hyrnko and her husband, Juris, will miss most on selling after 22 years.

"It's an idyllic position, close to the Yarra and its fauna and flora, yet with all the modern conveniences of city living. And we're a five-minute drive from the Eastern Freeway to get to the CBD," says Mrs Hyrnko.

The five-bedroom house is poised high on the block with verandas running the perimeter and garden views from most windows. The kitchen and three living areas are sensibly placed at the heart of the house for easy access, and to separate the parents' retreat from the children's rooms, says Mrs Hyrnko. The pool area has served as a popular spot for entertaining.

Barry Plant will auction the property in conjunction with Marshall White on November 24 at 3.30pm and is quoting $1,100,000 to $1,250,000. -- SUSANNAH McGREGOR

ABOUT WARRANDYTE

Strong community identity, large blocks, rural atmosphere close to the city, Yarra and walking paths.

HOUSES

Median price $570,500

? Highest price $1,580,000

? Bargain price $307,500

UNITS and APARTMENTS

Not applicable

WEEKLY PRICES. SOURCE: REIV

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