Bowyer & Livermore proudly present Araluen, a thoughtfully designed residence combining modern rural living, refined craftsmanship, and solar-passive design.
Completed in 2023 and set on 45 acres in the Brewongle/O'Connell district, this custom-built home offers a seamless balance of light, space and quality in a private and elevated position. Only 18 km from Bathurst, 6 km to the historic village of O'Connell, and minutes to the Great Western Highway.
The Home
Expansive open-plan living and dining area with 5-metre ceilings and a feature stone fireplace
Glazed 12-metre conservatory capturing panoramic rural views and natural light year-round
Gourmet kitchen with 3.2 m stone island bench, Neff oven, Bosch induction cooktop and rangehood, dual dishdrawers, and Liebherr fridge/freezer
Three king-size bedrooms plus study, all with built-in wardrobes
Master suite featuring oak panelling, limestone ensuite, bidet and oversized shower
Main bathroom finished in limestone with extra-large shower, bidet, and quality fittings
Large craft and laundry room with extensive storage and long workbench
Internal access from garage plus separate carport with timber detailing
Design & Construction
Inspired by the Modernist movement of the 1950s, this single-level residence was completed in 2023 approx. 371 sqm internal living
Hebel construction with additional wall and ceiling insulation (7+ star energy rating)
Double-glazed or smart-glass windows throughout
9.62 kW solar system, heat-pump hot water, and reverse-cycle air conditioning
Starlink Internet
Solid oak doors, skirtings and detailed joinery throughout
Property & Improvements
12 x 15 m (180 sqm) shed divided between machinery storage and insulated living space with bathroom and deck (STCA for kitchen)
Gently undulating country surrounds the home, divided into three grazing paddocks with three stock water dams
Beautiful stands of established eucalypt shade trees scattered across the block
Good stock-proof fencing, including approximately 492 m of post-and-rail.
215,000 litres of rainwater storage plus established low-maintenance gardens
Perfectly positioned below Tarana Road for privacy and protection, Araluen delivers a rare combination of elegant design, efficiency and rural tranquillity, all within easy reach of Bathurst, O'Connell, Sydney (190 km) and Canberra (265 km).
For more information or to arrange an inspection, contact James Walton on 0404 729 509.
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