155 Retreat Road, Spring Gully VIC 3550

Discover this exceptional private green sanctuary just five minutes from Bendigo's CBD. Set on a lush 1-acre allotment, a thoughtfully designed 4-bedroom home combines sustainability, self-sufficiency, and every comfort with a backdrop of natural beauty. Bordering a conservation reserve shaded by mature red gums, this property is a rare blend of living with nature near the city.
Crafted to a high energy standard, the home incorporates double-glazed windows, additional insulation, top-quality reverse-cycle air conditioning, a solar PV system, and a new electric heat pump hot water system. These energy-conscious features ensure comfort and low running costs.
The custom-designed home includes a flexible floorplan with four spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms (both with baths) and three living spaces.
The striking blue kitchen is a focal point of the home, complete with a 900mm cooktop, oven, and generous storage, perfect for preparing fresh meals with the abundant spoils from your own garden.
Outdoor living takes centre stage, with a large deck and BBQ area, a pergola, and an outdoor living room fitted with louvre windows and a ceiling fan, making it ideal for year-round enjoyment. Additionally, a versatile 3-room workshop/shed and two other sheds offer ample space for hobbies, storage, or future projects.
The expansive, abundant garden is a paradise for bird lovers and those interested in self-sufficiency. Dozens of fruit and nut trees, berry bushes, and nine raised wicking beds, all supported by a 78,000-litre tank, make homegrown produce a reality. Fresh eggs are gathered from the chook house and run, completing this eco-friendly lifestyle.
Ideally situated near Spring Gully Primary School, the local kinder, and bus routes to secondary schools, the property also offers direct access to the sporting facilities of Spring Gully Recreation Reserve and the walking and biking trails of One Tree Hill National Park. This property offers a rural lifestyle within central Bendigo, with additional accommodation or even subdivision potential (STCA).
Recent improvements include a new side fence, freshly painted roof, pergola, deck, and outdoor lounge area, along with refreshed gravel paths to enhance the serene, low-maintenance landscape.
A haven for nature lovers and families seeking a self-sustaining lifestyle, this property in sought-after Spring Gully brings the best of sustainable, eco-friendly living to the heart of Bendigo.