Offered for the first time, "Nutwood Farm" is an award-winning, architect-designed property by Pritzker Prize laureate Glenn Murcutt. Nestled in one of the Blue Mountains' most scenic and secluded enclaves, this 39.7-acre (16.1 ha) estate in Mount Irvine presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity.
Designed and built between 1977–1980, and sympathetically expanded by Murcutt in 2001, the home embodies his signature blend of modernist design and environmental harmony. Constructed of timber, iron, and glass, it includes two bedrooms downstairs, a loft-style retreat or third bedroom upstairs, a screened garden-view veranda, and a mud/laundry room with rear deck. The home was awarded the prestigious Robin Boyd Award in 1985.
The land itself is equally remarkable: basalt-rich soil supports over 200 mature chestnut and walnut trees, part of a popular "Pick Your Own Nuts" experience each March and April. There's potential to expand this agri-tourism venture, or simply enjoy the harvest for yourself.
Around a quarter of the property is used for livestock agistment, fully fenced and serviced by five water troughs, a cattle/horse shelter, and tack shed. Additional outbuildings include a garden/storage shed and large machinery shed housing an Iseki tractor and Kubota ride-on mower.
A separate one-bedroom "hut studio" with ensuite is located 300 metres from the house-ideal for guests, creative retreat, or potential AirBnB income. Starlink Wi-Fi was added in 2024, ensuring seamless connectivity.
Set against the Wollemi National Park and just over two hours from Sydney, Mount Irvine is known for its natural beauty, privacy, and pristine bushwalks. Nutwood Farm is more than a property-it's a piece of architectural history and a deeply tranquil way of life.
Summary of Features:
- 39.7 acres of fertile, basalt-rich land with mature nut orchards and old-growth rainforest pockets
- Glenn Murcutt-designed home with award-winning architecture and thoughtful additions
- 3 bedroom layout plus screened veranda and mudroom/laundry
- One-bedroom hut studio with ensuite, completely separate from the main house
- Livestock infrastructure: fencing, water troughs, cattle shelter, tack shed
- Additional sheds for storage, garden tools, and machinery (included)
- Fireplace, wood heater, reverse-cycle heating/cooling, and gas stove
- Popular seasonal nut-picking experience with expansion potential
