6101 Huon Highway, Glendevie, TAS 7109

Positioned in the middle of 14.7 acres (5.9ha), this brand new eco friendly home is something special. This is a unique build using Hemp blocks and expanses of double glazing to create a truly spectacular home that takes full advantage of the privacy and the gorgeous valley views that the property offers. With a strong emphasis on energy efficiency and natural products, the result makes this impressive home integrate beautifully with the surrounding landscape as well as offering excellent cost effective comfort.

Facing due north, the vast array of glass collects the low winter sun, naturally heating the home without the need for electric or wood heaters. The high sun in summer does not come in and instead, the glass is shaded, keeping it cool. This passive solar benefit is enhanced with the polished concrete floors, that not only look great, but also store the warmth and radiates it back into the home. A high level of insulation, further assists the efficiency. The concrete slab sits on waffle pods, creating a thermal break from the ground, the Hemp block walls and the insulated roof, as well as the double glazing all contribute to this efficiency.

The structure of the home is an over engineered metal frame within the Hemp blocks that smartly click together forming a thermal mass and then rendered to create a smart natural looking finish. There is a traditional 'Truth Window' inside showing the Hemp internal wall structure. Smartly designed, the home is all on one level in a linear form, taking advantage of the landscape it sits within. The windows allow loads of natural light to flood the spaces. There are many artistic touches throughout that you will love. You may notice homage to a famous painting by Piet Mondrian within the hallway windows.

As you arrive at the front door, it is clear that this is not your standard home. The huge timber door opens up to the entry foyer, where you are instantly faced with the vast valley views of rolling green hills. This leads around to the open plan living, dining and kitchen, where there are large sliding doors that open up to create a seamless integration with the outside. The huge entertaining deck perfectly compliments the home, running the full length of the house and expanding out adjacent to the living providing fantastic space to spread out in comfort on those glorious days or evenings. The kitchen is on point, fitted with quality appliances. A clever walk through pantry loops around the back concealing the laundry room.

The extra high timber lined ceilings soften the space, providing a welcome contrast to the concrete floors and rendered walls. Down the hallway, the ceiling remains the same height providing a fantastic sense of space, leading you to the study, bedrooms and bathrooms. Right down the end is the master bedroom with its own built-in-robe and ensuite. The thoughtful design and playful use of materials has created a wonderful natural, organic feeling home with plenty of artistic flair.

Outside, the grounds are ready for you to landscape to your liking. A quaint separate studio is located up on the bank behind the house, this would make a great art studio, or home office. Or it is big enough to be the workshop or just great storage. The property is mostly rolling pastures. The driveway to the house passes over a winter creek that flows through the property when it rains. Left to be mostly natural, the property could be transformed to look more manicured and park-like, or leave it as it is to integrate with the natural environment, the choice is yours. At the back, the beginnings of a pad would be ideal for a shed, well hidden out of sight from the house.

Located deep within the very picturesque Huon Valley, you are only minutes from the township of Dover, where you will find your basic shops and services. Back the other way, Geeveston is a classic country town with nice eateries, a wine bar and a great butcher. The hub of the Huon Valley at Huonville is around 30 minutes away and hobart is around one hour.

Please contact us for further information and to arrange a private viewing.