This stunning home is constructed primarily using natures raw materials. Mudbrick and glorious recycled timbers combine sympathetically to exude a natural charm putting it simply in a class of its own.
Designed by architect Robert Marshall in 1982 to take full advantage of the bush setting and the passive solar opportunities of the block, it embodies his love of simple, soft, textured shapes. All this is interpreted beautifully by the elegance of the mud brick building. Built using recycled jarrah from an old Port Melbourne pier and hand-made mudbricks, it was substantially completed in 1984, with an architect designed extension sympathetic to the original design added in 1995. This created an additional bedroom on the lower level, plus a walk-in-robe and en-suite bathroom to the main bedroom, which capture morning light. The heart of the home is the craftsman built Queensland silky oak and recycled jarrah timber kitchen. Earthy granite bench tops and top quality European appliances including a 900mm Italian made gas / electric stove with a 6 burner cooktop, dishwasher and custom designed cabinetry make cooking and entertaining a pleasure. This flows into an open plan functional dining and living space.
Windows are perfectly placed to frame beautiful views of the peaceful setting and immerse all 3 levels in ample light, while clerestory windows lift your eye to the wonderful skyline and sense of space. Solid stairs lead from the dining area to the main living zone. A generous open fireplace with fitted fire screen adds extra ambience to the hydronic heating, making it a focus for family gatherings and entertaining. This leads to a paved outdoor area covered by mature grape vines and views over the valley. Two further bedrooms are well located away from the living areas while a space to study is neatly placed on the mezzanine.
Outside, the 1868m2 block is terraced to take advantage of the entire parcel. Extensive use of terracing using drystone walls and artisan stonework has created lots of useable space for gardens and relaxation.
The garden was established largely on Permaculture principles, designed to delight the eye and provide lots of home-grown produce as well as to satisfy the owners delight in gardening. It is planted with a mix of native and exotic plants designed to attract and provide habitat for native birds and wildlife. Situated at the end of the road with no through traffic, this wonderful home is located in an extremely quiet and private location. Fenced on three sides with a fully enclosed back yard perfect for the kids or four legged furry friends. A sealed driveway leads to a triple carport.
A welcoming, open design home with heart and soul, maintained impeccably by the current owners, this residence will inspire and impress those who appreciate quality and absolute attention to detail. So many inclusions, inspection is essential.
Rain water tanks over 30,000 litres capacity
Fully reticulated system of garden taps and drip / spray watering systems.
20 established fruit and nut trees yielding oranges, lemons, mandarins, pears, avocados, walnuts, figs and many heritage apples and pears plus veggie/herb patch
New colorbond steel roof with metal leaf-guards all round in 2012.
3 car carport
Hydronic heating throughout
Double glazing and safety glass in high level windows and skylights.
Timber venetian blinds and magnetic fly-screens.
Extensive brick paved verandas and outdoor entertainment areas.
Solar PV / battery outdoor and emergency lighting.
Low energy LED and compact fluorescent lighting in all areas.
