Why not sell up and make the move to sub-tropical Dorrigo? Set approximately 800 metres above sea level, Dorrigo offers a peaceful lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty, fresh mountain air and the spectacular Gondwana Rainforests. With its welcoming community, essential services and convenient access to the coast and inland centres, this charming hinterland town offers an appealing alternative for those seeking a more relaxed way of life.
Positioned on a generous 2,001m² block, 25 Beech Street presents an opportunity to secure a spacious home with impressive energy-efficient features and exciting potential for the future. The elevated setting captures panoramic views from the living room and other areas of the home, together with the neighbouring property being more than 20 metres away, this provides a welcome sense of privacy.
Designed with comfort and efficiency in mind, the home features a hydronic underfloor heating system powered by a direct solar hot water system. The system incorporates eight individually thermostatically controlled zones, allowing heating to be adjusted to suit different areas of the home. A separate 1,000-litre storage tank is heated by 24 solar tubes, while double-glazed, European-style tilt-and-swing windows provide excellent heat and noise insulation. Tiled flooring throughout offers easy maintenance and efficient heat transfer, helping keep the home comfortable through Dorrigo's changing seasons. A wood heater with a cooktop provides an additional heating option.
The spacious floorplan accommodates four bedrooms, a generous living and dining area, and a large original kitchen. Built-in wardrobes and pantries add further practicality, while the large modern bathroom has been designed with wheelchair accessibility in mind and includes safety rails and handles, along with a bidet. A two car remote garage provides secure parking, complemented by a large under home storage area accessible from the garage.
Outside, the substantial grounds offer plenty of room to enjoy the space, yard or explore the property's future possibilities. Rear lane access is a valuable additional feature, with potential subdivision opportunities worth investigating, STCA. The property also includes a 20-foot shipping container, providing useful storage options.
Convenience is another standout feature, with the hospital emergency facility, nursing home and Government Access Centre approximately 150m away. The town centre 370m, while childcare, primary and high schools are all a short walk and accessible via footpath.
Dorrigo offers an impressive range of amenities, including a health centre, supermarkets, cafés, bakery, butcher, fresh produce shops, boutiques, hardware and automotive services. High-speed internet supports working from home, while the town's educational facilities cater for students from kindergarten through to Year 12. Coffs Harbour and Armidale provide further tertiary education options. Waterfall Way connects Dorrigo with the Pacific and New England Highways, and the region offers access to pristine beaches, railway connections and airport services within approximately 45 minutes to just over an hour, depending on the destination.
For nature lovers, the surrounding region is a major drawcard, with national parks, waterfalls, scenic lookouts and the renowned Dorrigo Rainforest Centre and Skywalk close by. The area's established natural attractions and growing tourism appeal add another dimension to the lifestyle and long-term potential of this unique location.
Offering generous proportions, thoughtful energy-efficient design, panoramic views, excellent storage and a substantial block with rear lane access, 25 Beech Street is an opportunity to embrace the space and lifestyle of Dorrigo while exploring the possibilities this property may hold for the future.
Disclaimer: All information contained herein is obtained from property owners or third-party sources, which we believe are reliable. We have no reason to doubt its accuracy; however, we cannot guarantee it. All interested person/s should rely on their own enquiries.
