The epitome of tranquility, being 2.12 Ha of undulating bushland blessed with a prized northern slope, with an outlook to Geographe Bay and further graced with a quality, archetypal "Down South" lofted house which sits at peace and ease with the natural bushland setting.
The north facing block is truly beautiful, with undulations and a hybrid of rocky outcrops, low woodland and old growth Jarrah/Marri bushland, winter watercourse and a now overgrown old dam area with its own unique micro climate and eco system.
Originally designed by Terry Hodges and built by Mike O'Neil circa 1994, the house is constructed from a blend or rendered brick, cedar, stone and a Colorbond roof.
This house has genuinely been designed from the ground up and emanates from a deep understanding of the natural environment in which it sits, so that it looks at one with nature rather than superimposed on it as so many Rural Residential houses tend to look.
High cathedral ceilings, incorporating a mezzanine floor houses the master suite and parents lounge/retreat area. With imaginative use of bush poles, natural timber and light, plus open living areas and numerous sheltered outdoor areas, where a shaft of sunlight can be captured in any season whilst still being sheltered from the wind. The design invites you to spend as much time outside as you do inside, so that the natural beauty of the surrounds can be experienced rather than simply appreciated.
The house essentially comprises:
? The main entrance is at the side of the house (east) via a grand antique door with leadlight surrounds, leading into a portico area with a top awning which can be left ajar for natural ventilation.
? The often used, more common entrance is via the front brick paved patio area off the kitchen, where an al fresco courtyard shelters the northern sun in summer but allows the warmth to invite itself in during winter. There is a further sheltered patio area built from CCA treated pine poles to the north west of the house, with a beautiful Wisteria gracing the framework.
? The lounge/dining area has a generous feature stone surround Jarrahdale Innovator fireplace plus leadlight windows to the side. Ageless and stylish Terracotta flooring, high timber ceilings and large north facing windows are a particular feature of this area.
? There is a further sheltered courtyard between the lounge area and minor bedrooms, acting as a most attractive green space to look out over, which further enhances the feeling of being at one with nature.
? The kitchen/dining area opens onto an alfresco breakfast area. The kitchen has a two-bowl sink, Westinghouse glass electric hotplate, Rangehood, white Asko dishwasher, standard fridge recess, corner pantry and Laminex benchtop.
? A feature jarrah staircase with cellar area underneath leads to the mezzanine level. Housing the master bedroom suite and opening onto a 7m by 2m deck, with lovely bay views to the north and east, a large dressing room/walk in wardrobe and bathroom with a claw foot bath, shower recess and vanity plus a separate WC.
? There is a retreat/lounge area immediately adjacent to the master bedroom overlooking the main living area. The uses here could range from office/library/theatre room/art studio or lounge, and looks down over the grand stone masonry gracing the wood fire.
? The second bedroom serves as a bunkroom/overflow sleeping area with a built-in wardrobe and access outside.
? Bedroom three has built-in wardrobes and also has direct access outside.
? A family bathroom has a wheelchair friendly shower recess, vanity and a cabinet with a leadlight door.
? The laundry features a linen cupboard, built-in trough, built-in ironing table and has a drying area immediately outside. The second WC is off the laundry.
? The two-car garage has a rear door access to the back yard, and further access inside to the house via a leadlight no step doorway, lined ceilings, one manual roller door and one electric roller door. There is a two-car carport immediately behind, all designed under the main roof to form an integral part of the design of the house
Additional Features
? Termimesh
? Good sized chook pen with Colorbond covered roosting area, adjacent to a hand built stone cubby house with door and colourful windows.
? Wood shed
? 6m by 5m two-car Colorbond shed with concrete floor and roller door. An attached shade house has an auxiliary 4,500 litre poly rainwater tank.
? Partially sealed driveway.
? Potential for the Bay views to be significantly opened up if some clearing was done.
? Solar hot water system.
? Septic system has the three inspection points marked.
? Approximately 20,000-gallon concrete water tank (90,000 litre).
? Jarrah joinery throughout.
? Wide verandahs and landscaping.
? An enchanted garden at the site of the original dam where timber walkways wind through a semi rainforest.
For more information or to arrange a private viewing contact exclusive listing agent Joe White on (08) 9756 8800 [email protected] or Rob Farris 0418 956 700 [email protected].
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