1094 Burke and Wills Trak

Benloch VIC 3435

297.2 m²

161900 m²

House

Currently for sale - view listing

Overview

BRACKEN HILL

Architectural Excellence. Complete Energy Independence. Exceptional Country Living. 1094 Burke and Wills Track, Benloch, Victoria | 16.19 hectares (40 acres). Completed in June 2024, Bracken Hill combines striking architecture, intelligent technology and genuine off-grid independence on 40 acres of picturesque, fully fenced countryside. This thoughtfully designed property delivers the comforts of modern living with no grid electricity bills or daily electricity supply charges. A New Standard in Off-Grid Living A sophisticated three-phase energy system incorporates 114 solar panels (48.16 kW installed capacity), eight BYD lithium iron phosphate battery modules providing 123.2 kWh of storage, and Victron and Fronius inverter technology, including 30 kVA of Victron inverter capacity. An automatic 28 kVA diesel generator supplies backup power, while three Tesla Wall Connectors support electric vehicle charging. Intelligent automation coordinates heating, cooling, appliances and pool operation around solar generation and battery reserves, optimising energy use without sacrificing convenience. Architectural Design & Exceptional Comfort Clad in recycled Bendigo brick and natural Messmate shiplap timber, the residence achieves a 7.1-star NatHERS energy rating, with R6 ceiling insulation, R2.5 external wall insulation and thermally broken aluminium windows featuring argon-filled, low-E double glazing. Offering approximately 474.9 m² under roof, including 297.2 m² of living space, the home features four bedrooms, a dedicated study, separate movie theatre, two bathrooms, two powder rooms, an oversized double garage and a separate double carport. Expansive north-facing living spaces open to the pool courtyard. Generously proportioned eaves are central to the passive solar design, shading the home from summer sun while welcoming lower winter sunlight. The kitchen showcases Miele Obsidian Black appliances: pyrolytic oven, microwave, warming drawer and induction cooktop with integrated extraction. A Zip HydroTap delivers boiling, chilled and sparkling water. Further refinements include motorised blinds with automated routines, a fitted walk-in wardrobe with makeup station and a built-in mini-bar. Year-round comfort comes from two automated, zoned Daikin ducted reverse-cycle systems, two-zone hydronic underfloor heating extending into the bedrooms, and an inbuilt wood-burning fireplace with warm-air distribution. A Reclaim Energy CO heat pump with a 400-litre stainless-steel tank supplies hot water. Resort-Style Outdoor Living The 10.19 × 4.4 m swimming pool anchors the outdoor entertaining area, with a waterfall, Halo chlorination and automated controls. A 40 kW three-phase heat pump provides pool heating, managed to make use of available solar power. Sonos audio flows throughout the home and outdoors via in-ceiling and four external speakers. 41 Acres of Lifestyle, Water Security & Opportunity Previously used for Angus cattle farming, Bracken Hill offers established grazing infrastructure across five fenced paddocks, with electric fencing around the front paddocks and house area. Three dams include a main dam estimated by the owner at approximately three million litres. A dedicated 3.12 kW solar-powered pumping system supports irrigation and livestock watering, complemented by three Polymaster 4,500-litre stock watering tanks. The home has 133,000 litres of rainwater storage with Puretec three-stage whole-house filtration and UV treatment. A six-zone Hunter Hydrawise automated sprinkler system maintains the gardens, while a septic tank and dispersal field serve both the house and shed toilet. An existing planning permit provides for horticulture, with an endorsed land-management plan incorporating a proposed vineyard of approximately 2,600 Chardonnay vines, subject to permit conditions. Rural Infrastructure & Security The approximately 29 × 9 m powered shed has marine-ply internal lining, a toilet and an extra-height bay for caravan storage. The chicken coop and run feature automated lighting, an automated door and electric perimeter fencing. Access from both Burke and Wills Track and Frosts Road offers flexibility. An automated front gate and dual CCTV cameras with vehicle and person recognition deliver convenient, secure access and mobile notifications. Bracken Hill OS A Truly Intelligent Home The custom Bracken Hill OS interface brings lighting, blinds, climate control, solar and battery monitoring, gates, cameras, garage doors, pool, irrigation and entertainment together on tablets and smartphones. Starlink internet and a centrally managed UniFi Wi-Fi 7 network connect the home and grounds. Bracken Hill offers an exceptional blend of architectural quality, true energy independence and established acreage infrastructure thoughtfully designed for a more effortless way of living. Bracken Hill Live independently. Live intelligently. Live exceptionally.

Features

4 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

4 carspaces

297.2 m² floor area

161900 m² lot size

House

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