If the “seachange” was the social movement of the 1990’s property market the “ treechange” has become its modern equivalent with so many people now leaving the stress and noise of the metropolitan areas for greener fields and fewer neighbours in the bush.
Those escaping the cities found themselves in ever more busy and crowded coastal enclaves and thus the search for minimalist eco-living was born. Put simply properties like Laytons Range Road offer you peace, quite, privacy and seclusion without a huge mortgage or dozens of neighbours – no wonder its in demand.
From overgrown bushland the owners have improved this 40 HA (100 Acres) holding by way of, a well located and cleared homesite and a strikingly simple and elegant living solution by way of their Colorbond clad accommodation.
This minimalist little gem offers one room, a fully operating kitchen and ample storage. The bathroom arrangement is currently fully plumbed and al-fresco style in keeping with the complete lack of neighbours and relaxed bush lifestyle.
His and hers hammocks adorn the front deck and the home is designed to handle extremes of heat and cold with aplomb.
Your location is 35 mins from Grafton and just a 15 minute drive the the small village of Coutts Crossing which has a school, shop and tavern
Swimming and fishing holes on the Nymboida River is in your locale as is the Nymboida Canoe Centre and scenic waterfalls near Ebor on the Armidale Road.
Your main destination for shopping, services and schools will be Grafton City (pop. 22,000) only a half hour or so away but larger regional centres of Armidale or Coffs Harbour (~ 90 mins drive) are there if you need a larger airport or advanced specialist medical services.
