WHEN Winterbrook Chalet hit the market, it was the most significant chalet offered on Mt Buller in years.
Even with the $3.5 million asking price, it was sure to attract strong interest from Melbourne’s elite circles.
Zach Adams from Adams Estate Agents, who sold the property for an undisclosed record price in conjunction with Castran, said “we were thrilled to be able to offer Winterbrook to the marketplace".
“Not often do we get the privilege of seeing a privately owned grand chalet on the market with nine bedrooms and nine bathrooms,” he said.
“Most chalets and lodges of this size are owned by multiple groups under a membership or share arrangement.
“It’s unlikely we will see something of this scale offered for sale anytime soon.”
Boasting 450sqm of indulgent living space it has two commercially appointed kitchens, enormous dining area, cosy lounge with atmospheric stone open fireplace and spectacular mountain views, providing the ultimate in alpine luxury.
The building was originally designed by Bruce Henderson Architects and constructed by Victoria's leading alpine builders Humphries and Cooke for the Buxton family in 1990.
In 2017 Adams Estate Agents secured the exclusive chalet for long time Buller local Simon Pluim and his lovely partner Janne Casey.
Since that time, they have upgraded the chalet’s private facilities to be world class, creating a thriving boutique alpine accommodation, focusing purely on delivering a superior guest experience.
2021 will be Simon and Janne’s final snow season at Winterbrook pouring schnapps and baking warm cookies for their guests to enjoy after a long day skiing and boarding on Mt Buller’s slopes; and Simon wished the new owners all the best.
“It’s fantastic to see one of our previous guests purchase our beautiful mountain chalet,” Simon said.
“They fell in love with it several years ago and I’m sure they will add their own style and personality to Winterbrook.
“I would highly recommend Adams Estate Agents to anyone looking to sell their Mt Buller property in the future.
“Zach and Mark are a key part of our mountain community, passionate about what they do and simply honest agents.”
Zach said the excitement levels are higher than normal this snow season at Mt Buller with so many missing out last year due to COVID-19 restrictions.
“Everyone in the ski industry are looking forward to a more promising winter - skiing and spending quality time with family and friends, enjoying the village atmosphere, the generational camaraderie and après skiing – again only if COVID-19 safe,” he said.
“This is what Mt Buller is all about and explains why the real estate market is the strongest it has ever been, reinforcing its position as an ideal location for a lifestyle investment.”
