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Wiskmere Hall at 24 Argyle Lane, Kyneton, has a dam where a real-life Mr Darcy, as portrayed by Colin Firth in the BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice, could go for a swim.
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a grand house in possession of an American Gothic-like facade and gorgeous garden must be in want of a new owner.
Set on 2.65ha of rolling green surrounds, the five-bedroom home at 24 Argyle Lane, Kyneton, named Wiskmere Hall, has drawn comparisons with the impressive UK estates featured in author Jane Austen’s novel Pride and Prejudice plus its film and television adaptations.
One of the most famous fictional love stories in literature, it stars characters including the romantic leads Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy along.
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Elizabeth’s family, including her eccentric father Mr Bennet and marriage-obsessed, social-climbing mother Mrs Bennet, are other fan favourites.
The book is believed to be set circa-1700s-1800s, while American Gothic architecture was widely adopted between 1840 and 1870.
However, Broadhurst Property Kyneton director Robert Broadhurst says Wiskmere Hall was built about two decades ago, inspired by the owners’ love of the US design style.
The house, constructed facing its Campaspe River boundary, is for sale with a $2.7m-$2.95m asking range.
It’s a fine dam, good sir.
A lady could sit for hours embroidering or reading by fire. Indeed, many minds been improved by extensive reading.
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Actors Jennifer Ehle with Colin Firth in a scene from the BBC’s Pride and Prejudice series, which first aired in 1995.
Neighbouring the whimsical abode are the well-known St Agnes homestead and The Rock House, which both date back to the 1800s.
“You can imagine Jane Austen writing about the parties that may have occurred between the homes,” Mr Broadhurst says.
Wiskmere Hall’s owners, big fans of Austen themselves, have created a two-level home showcasing marbled columns, high ceilings, decorative timberwork and a tower with a weathervane atop it.
One could enjoy some excellent boiled potatoes, or other exemplary vegetables, in this dining area.
Mr Wickham would love the bar.
An “outdoor room” where visitors can enjoy the sun or even take a turn about the room.
Outdoors, an ornate fountain, several mature trees and a dam greet visitors.
Mr Broadhurst says the owners have raised three children at the property, who loved all the open space.
“I’m not sure they have used the dam for swimming, but you could imagine Mr Darcy emerging from a quick dip to cool off,” he laughs, referencing a popular scene from the 1995 BBC Pride and Prejudice series in which actor Colin Firth, playing Mr Darcy, is seen taking a dip.
The kitchen where a home chefs could whip up a dinner, later to be highly admired by their guests.
The property is a brief stroll from Kyneton’s Piper St with its eateries, boutique shops and farmers’ markets.
Inside, the living areas include a central room with a fireplace, a separate family space and a bar with feature glass work, adjoining the theatre room.
“The entire home is light and bright with views from every window,” Mr Broadhurst says.
“Mrs Bennet would have approved.”
A walk-through robe and ensuite with a spa bath feature in the main bedroom.
“The master bedroom has skylights strategically positioned above the bed to view the stars at night, the owners love this feature,” Mr Broadhurst says.
“Upstairs the roofline makes all the rooms unusual in shape, nooks and crannies abound with hidey holes and tons of surprising storage spaces – a happy thought indeed.”
There’s also a triple garage and gas-ducted heating and cooling.
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