The Upper Orara Valley has long been a favoured location for its fresh mountain air, clean flowing waterways and thriving country community, attracting families seeking the good life. Being a mere 15 minute drive to the coastal city of Coffs Harbour, the picturesque Rainbows End property is close enough to town to be practical, and yet elevated from the pressures and constraints of urban living.
Youll be enchanted by the beautifully handcrafted earth brick home set in flourishing landscaped gardens. Considerately designed with a simple, practical yet stylish floor plan, the homes eco credentials are numerous, from the locally sourced, natural clay brick walls, eco paints and natural timber finishes to the rainwater harvesting tank, solar hot water system and a reed bed wastewater recycling system. The property has previously qualified for organic certification (which could be reinstated).
The interior delights the eye with huge picture windows used throughout to frame stunning views of the verdant countryside. Split level living zones with locally sourced Blackbutt feature posts allow for easy interaction between occupants. Winters are a pleasurable experience with a fan forced built in combustion fireplace and warm authentic, terracotta tiled floors in the living and dining areas. Timber floors provide warmth and quiet in the four bedrooms and hallway. Luxe bathrooms offer glorious sunlit bathing pleasure with gorgeous tiles, superb tap ware, frameless glass screens and a deep bath with a view to die for!
Life revolves around the kitchen and this sleek contemporary kitchen delivers all the goods with numerous clever design features to delight you. Theres space for all the family at the full length breakfast bar and the side by side refrigerator/freezer is close by yet cleverly hidden.
The Valleys temperate sub-tropical climate allows you to live outdoors and entertain often here, with the stylishly rustic curved timber deck and stone terraced gardens providing the perfect setting for al fresco entertaining.
Graceful shade trees have been thoughtfully planted to allow long distance views towards the distant forest and provide a lovely place for a heavenly swing. Theres herb and vegie gardens, an orchard, dam with wild ducks and its a pleasant stroll down to the river for a refreshing swim.
With nearly 41 acres/ 16.78ha of land theres ample feed for keeping a couple of ponies. Outbuildings include a workshop with 3 phase power for the craftsperson, storage shed and machinery shed.
An artisan mosaic on an exterior wall is a whimsical touch to this blissful abode and evokes the harmony of the land with the dwelling that has been lovingly created upon it.
