873 Dark Corner Road, Dark Corner, NSW, 2795 - AcreageSemiRural Sold on 02 05 2025

SoldMay 2, 2025

873 Dark Corner Road, Dark Corner, NSW, 2795

$1,100,000

108 ac.

AcreageSemiRural

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21 days on the market

Sold: May 2, 2025

What's around 873 Dark Corner Road

Villa Paglia – 'Home of Straw' Off-Grid Sanctuary with Grazing Opportunity on Approx. 108 Acres

A true one-of-a-kind, Villa Paglia – Italian for "Home of Straw" – is a soulful, sustainable retreat set on approx. 108 acres, offering a unique blend of character, comfort, and functionality. Once part of the original Springvale estate, this handcrafted straw bale home is perfect for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle, with space to run stock and enjoy the land. Constructed with artisan care and rich in storytelling, the home features salvaged and repurposed materials sourced from historic locations across NSW – including stable doors from Cobb & Co, a clawfoot bath from Bathurst's original maternity hospital, recycled timber stairs, antique Vaucluse doors, and bricks from Manly. Property Highlights: • Approx. 108 acres of mixed-use land – ideal for grazing, hobby farming, and lifestyle living • 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom handcrafted straw bale home with excellent insulation and natural light • Off-grid infrastructure: 15kW lithium battery system, 16 solar panels, Victron inverter, backup generator • 2 wood-burning fireplaces, solar hot water with gas backup • 3 spring-fed dams, a mountain creek boundary, and peaceful walking tracks • Adjoining Sunny Corner State Forest – perfect for 4WD, trail riding and equine enthusiasts or professionals with space for fitness and cross-discipline training, with National Parks and nature reserves leading out from the Forest, for endless adventuring! • Landscaped surrounds with young orchard trees, silver birch, pines, maples, wild blackberries & birdlife • Restored Stockman's Hut with new roof and verandah – ideal as a retreat, artist's space, or extra accommodation, undercover shedding to accommodate vehicles and outdoor toys! • Composting septic system and eco-minded infrastructure throughout, building entitlement available, live onsite comfortably then convert this existing home to shedding or secondary use (subject to council approval) or enjoy as is. Location (all distances are approximate): • 35 mins to Lithgow • 52 mins to Oberon • 35 mins to Bathurst • 2 hrs 45 mins to Sydney Whether you're dreaming of a self-sufficient life, a private country retreat, or a character-filled rural base, Villa Paglia offers timeless charm, breath taking views, and the kind of serenity that's hard to find. Wake to misty mountain sunrises, listen to birdsong echoing through the trees, watch soft snowfalls transform the landscape into something out of a storybook complete with modern off-grid capability in one unforgettable package! For inspections or any queries, contact Cathy Walton anytime, on 0400 220 355!

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Buyer's review

about 1 year ago

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Our purchase experience with Cathy was exceptional

Cathy had great knowledge of the market, property was valued competitively in line with market prices, open honest communication every step of the way, and bear in mind we were purchasing not selling, there was no pushing just support thru the entire process, well done, we highly recommend Cathy if you are selling your property, honesty and integrity was evident every step of the way Thank you for the assistance during our buying experience.

Richard & Rebecca

Buyer

Seller's review

about 1 year ago

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Professional, yet personalised. Incredible service.

We cannot speak highly enough of Cathy and her team in relation to the sale of our property. We felt incredibly safe and supported throughout the entire process, from our initial conversations around what we wanted from the sale right through the open house and showings, to the offers and finalising of the sale. Cathy’s knowledge and experience shone throughout, her attention to detail and genuine interest and understanding of the market and process was above and beyond. We are so grateful to Cathy and her team for their care and dedication during what has been an emotional time for us. We are thrilled with the outcome and are so happy to pass our lovely home over to its wonderful new owners. We could not have asked for a better experience, and would recommend Cathy without any hesitation. Our sincerest gratitude, thank you Cathy.

Jaye & Cameron Shean

Seller