There's a certain magic to 198 Braidwood Road - one of those properties where the shift in atmosphere happens the moment you turn in.
Close enough to town to make daily life easy, yet tucked into the peaceful Braidwood Heights, it feels like stepping into your own private outlook point over the Great Southern.
The driveway winds gently upward through established gardens, and with each metre climbed, the world seems to open a little wider.
By the time you reach the house, you're looking out over a landscape that stretches for kilometres.
Rolling farmland, iconic peaks, and the soft curve of distant hills create a backdrop that constantly changes with the time of day and the weather.
On clear mornings you'll even catch Albany glinting far away.
It's the kind of setting that turns your alfresco into the best seat in the house, whether you're greeting the sunrise with a warm drink or closing the day with something cold and well-earned.
The home itself, completed in 2015, blends contemporary design with an easy-going, practical flow.
Built and designed with space and flexibility in mind, it's the sort of place that adapts to you rather than the other way around.
Natural light fills the living areas, the vaulted ceilings lift the space, and a striking feature wall grounds the open-plan heart of the home.
The kitchen is made for cooks and entertainers alike, supported by a generous scullery/butler's pantry that keeps life running smoothly.
Four well-sized bedrooms
Separate office
Theatre/activity room give everyone room to spread out.
Granite, travertine, exposed aggregate
Scandia wood fire, gas heating
Reverse-cycle air conditioning
Sliding doors out of all the bedrooms
Beyond the walls, the property leans into a lifestyle that's both simple and rewarding.
Set on 2ha, it's just the right size for a few animals or future projects, without being overwhelming.
There's a large separate garage for hobbies or storage, two massive rainwater tanks, fruit trees, a chicken coop, a fire pit and a woodshed-all tucked neatly into the landscape without spoiling the sense of openness.
Whether you want to keep the property exactly as it is or explore ideas for passive income, there's plenty of scope.
Living here puts you right on the edge of some of the region's best natural experiences.
The Porongurup and Stirling Ranges are practically on your doorstep, offering world-class trails, climbing.
And within half an hour, you can be standing on the rugged coastline of Albany or Denmark, taking in the kind of scenery people travel across the world to see.
With cooler summers, a growing food and wine scene and a strong connection to the outdoors, the Great Southern continues to be one of WA's favourite lifestyle destinations.
Whether you're a family looking for space, someone transitioning off larger acreage or a lifestyle seeker wanting a gentler way of living without losing modern conveniences, this property offers a rare balance.
Key Points that make this property stand out, and need to be experienced by yourself include:
1. Uninterrupted panoramic views across the Porongurup's, Manypeaks and beyond
2. Architect-designed 2015 steel-framed home with quality finishes throughout
3. Lifestyle-ready 2ha with fruit trees, chook run, fire pit and large garage
4. Prime Braidwood Heights setting-peaceful, private, yet minutes from town and nature trails
For a personal walk through or more information, contact Neels Delport on 0450 451 401.
