Only pictures left.

Readers of this blog might remember this house I posted about last year.

Tragically, by all accounts this house is not longer standing. It was situated in the main street of Marysville, a township that was razed to the ground by bushfire on Saturday 8th February.
My only hope is that the occupants escaped and made their way to safety.

77 Montana Pde, Croydon

Photos courtesy of Carter Real Estate, Ringwood

'Peony Lodge'. Built in the late 50's to early 60's. Montana Pde is a very desirable location given it's glorious views to the Blue Dandenongs. I have walked along here a few times and I marvel at the large blocks and stunning houses, many which have been built with contemporary leanings. As much as I love this property it is wayyyy out of my league in terms of price. And the fact that we're not actually in the market to buy anything at the moment. But it doens't hurt to dream.

More details of this property here.

Lack of posting.

Sorry about the lack of pictures of late. It's been quite overcast and I haven't had the chance to go for a walk and get any good photos. I hope to remedy that now that the holidays are fast approaching.
Until then, I wish you all a safe, happy and mod Christmas.
xJoy

Dublin Rd, Ringwood East

Here's another Ringwood East gem that has just gone on the market. I was going to take pictures of this house as soon as we had a nice sunny day. I remember the first time I drove past this house, I had to do a double take. The sculptures are awesome and the whole house is a time capsule. I sincerely hope that someone who appreciates this house as it is now, buys it and keeps it the same, rather that knocking down the house and building units as is often the case. A house of this significance should be heritage listed for future generations to enjoy.
Pictures and text below courtesy of Phillip Webb Real Estate. You can view the complete listing here.

Even though you’re being introduced to a home built in 1956, you are also looking at a home before its time. A General Motors designer, artist and visionary set his pen to paper to design this home with a future extension in mind. Crisp white borders are balanced by porthole feature windows and sculptures in the garden were borne of the designers’ futuristic fantasies. Not one aspect of the property has been altered since its conception yet it is in pristine condition. And there are some design features that are appearing in modern architecture today – this designer saw the light half a century ago!

1-7 The Mount

This house is currently up for sale in Croydon South. It was built in 1958 and features a pool, spa and sauna and expansive gardens. And the icing on the cake is views to The Dandenongs. Here's a sneak peak. Photos courtesy of Carter Real Estate. You can see the details of the listing here.

The Famed Scholz Design Collection

This isn't technically about houses in the Maroondah shire, but it was purchased in Ringwood East, which IS in the Maroondah Shire. Besides, it's my blog so I'll post what I want to post!!

These photos are a snippet of the gem that is a catalogue of housing designs from a company in Ohio, USA. I'm thinking late 50's, early 60's. I purchased it from Railway Bizarre (see side link).

Entrance-Mark 60

Entrance-Mark 65 Contemporary

Rear patio- Mark 65 Contemporary

Day tripping- Marysville (Shire of Murrindindi)

U-shaped entryway

Love that girder!!

Taken from the hotel driveway, looking at the front and entrance to house. (The house is U-shaped)

Backyard patio.

I'm in love with this gem! I had to be very discreet taking these photos as the house is in the Main st of Marysville. Luckily, there is a hotel next door (although unlucky for the occupant) so I walked down the hotel driveway to get a shot of the entrance and a sneaky shot of the backyard through the gate. I noticed an elderly lady enjoying the sun through the windows, so I didn't want to intrude any further. I would love to have seen the interior!!