With entry via bespoke BVM Metalcraft automatic gates, this stylish, contemporary residence, constructed by Archiblox is superbly located in the prized Gunyah Bend Estate, on the edge of the highly sought after and increasingly popular regional township of Trentham. The home has been positioned to capture as much of the favoured northerly aspect as is possible whilst providing both a very private and passive solar living environment. Set on a 5,635 sqm (1.4 acre) allotment, the home is surrounded by spacious, thoughtfully designed established gardens, with many secluded outdoor living zones.
The residence comprises a dual aspect entry hall leading to a light filled, open plan family living space. Warmed by a choice of Stovax solid fuel wood heater or reverse cycle split system, the living space is flooded with light through large, north facing, double-glazed windows. Highlighted by a central gourmet kitchen including an expansive engineered stone island bench, European appliances and adjacent dining area, complete with a large comfortable window seat, the living space opens through large tri-sliding doors onto a spacious covered entertaining deck with a western shade blind and offers uninterrupted views to the north-west.
Enjoying privacy off the formal entry hall, the master wing comprises of the main bedroom (including ensuite and walk-in robe) and a light-filled sitting room, both of which open onto decks and have stunning, private long views. A second wing at the opposite end of the home comprises two good sized bedrooms, one with direct access to a sunny deck and the garden. This wing is serviced by a family bathroom with separate toilet and a separate laundry. Large windows and sliding doors throughout all areas of the home, ensure the home is bright and cheerful, even in mid-Winter.
Double glazing throughout this very private property and high-quality shade and block-out window furnishings, provide excellent insulation all year round. Heating and cooling in all wings are provided by reverse cycle conditioning, and Nobu wall heaters. Electric transom windows in the living area, complete with remote controlled blinds, provide a means of effective natural temperature control.
Other infrastructure includes a very large 14m x 9m garage/shed with triple remote-controlled doors with a workshop area ideal for a variety of handyman/lifestyle pursuits. A covered storage area behind the shed lends itself to firewood storage, gardening shed or a pet enclosure. Connected to all town services plus a 50,000 litre water tank and automated garden/lawn sprinkler system to keep the low maintenance gardens lush and green during the warmer months, this property is sure to inspire. A 4.0kw PV solar system and heat pump hot water both will further reduce the environmental footprint of the home,
"Blyde House" is an approximately ten-minute walk from the middle of the Trentham village and a short walk to the local primary school and kindergarten. Trentham is renowned for many things including its arts community, cultural experiences and also as a foodie destination with many excellent cafes and restaurants such as Annie Smithers' Du Fermier, the Cosmo Hotel, Hotel Trentham and not forgetting our historic Red Beard Bakery where people travel for miles to savour their brilliant sourdough offerings.
