Come and live a peaceful and secluded lifestyle where you feel connected and far from it all. Imagine, your very own Sanctuary on a magnificent parcel of land that wanders down from Silver Lake Road to the Onkaparinga River. 10 acres of bliss!
From the moment you enter the property, there is a certain sense of intrigue and one of being so fortunate to live in a place like this ... It is all so very private. The inconspicuous entry invites you down a long driveway past an avenue of deciduous and native trees to a circular drive and the entrance to this wonderful home.
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to secure an earth covered home designed by Architect - Pauline Hurren. Built to be bushfire resistant and at one with its environment, it is truly captivating and will appeal to a variety of buyers. Walls of hand-picked local stone frame the entire dwelling, and the way the inside of the home lives around an internal garden courtyard is idyllic.
One side of the home is open to the morning sun in the east and the other invites the warm winter sun from the north, while the remaining home is covered by an earth berm with solar system. And as the owners say; 'an earth covered house stays marvellously cool in summer regardless of the outside temperature with no need for air-conditioning. And in winter, the underfloor heating system together with the slow combustion heater and the open-fire will keep you wonderfully warm with no shortage of firewood on the property'.
The land has 6 distinct areas.
- 2-acres of paddock suitable for livestock.
- 2-acres of garden with many flower species and a winter dam, work-sheds and storage.
- 2-acres of Adelaide Hills Blue Gum, a native habitat right down to the Onkaparinga River frontage.
- A large orchard and vegetable garden.
- And the house with surrounding lawns and gardens that include a pond with a waterfall and a large flower bed with a water fountain the owners love waking up to.
As you step out of the car, all you can hear is birdlife and the quiet. It is a moment to stand still and take in this very special environment as you gaze to the front door that is tucked away behind an archway of stone and an arbour of greenery.
- There is a large 8m-wide double garage complete with workshop and internal access.
- And a mezzanine style entry with strategically placed windows that bring in natural light to the stairwell and main living area.
Inside, the flowing floorplan is a 360-degree lap around the internal courtyard. It is spacious, practical and works beautifully.
- As you walk down the slate tiled hallway, depending on the time of day, rays of light find their way inside and perfectly positioned windows provide glimpses through the home to the environment outside.
- There are three private bedrooms and three bathrooms - the third bathroom is ideally adjacent to the laundry-mud room. The second bathroom also serves as an ensuite to the second bedroom where getting a restful sleep should be no problem in a home like this. It is so quiet.
- There is a fabulous walk-in wine-cellar and storage area under the stairs within the berm.
The main living areas are superb.
- The renovated kitchen will please with its central food preparation area. With peaceful views outside you could be working outdoors, it is well-designed with great storage and ideal when entertaining too! There is a double-fridge, a walk-in pantry, and quality appliances include a built-in oven and microwave, induction cooktop and dishwasher.
- The kitchen is open to a large family dining space that is complemented by walls of sliding windows and an efficient combustion heater in the corner.
- With several areas to establish a formal dining area, the walk-through formal dining could have a variety of different uses - as a home-office, hobby studio, or as a library-sitting room perhaps.
- The main living area and billiards room is the place to be! It is an expansive space with an in-built open fire and wood storage built into a huge feature stone wall. Solid timber cabinetry and display bookshelves accommodate the sound system and technology, natural slate works perfectly and contrasts with the high ceilings and sliding doors open to the veranda, a trickling waterfall and Mediterranean style outdoor living. Imagine living here.
The essentials.
- The home and property are served by an unlimited supply of water from the sweet water bore, so no need to rely on rainwater! The bore water has been AWQC tested. There are provisions to create rainwater storage, but it simply hasn't been required. A quality bore like this is invaluable.
- There is a 4.2kw solar system and a solar hot-water on the roof.
- 3-phase power to the garage and huge work-shed.
- Ducted vacuum and underfloor heating!
- Sewer is via a septic system.
- Think of a life with no water and sewer bills, and all the sustainable benefits that come with living in a home built for the future.
Imagine living in beautiful Mylor with your own space on 10 serene acres and the historical Onkaparinga River.
- Go for a dip on hot days, explore, photography, spot fauna or pan for gold!
- If you are into permaculture looking for a working hobby farm, this land with its water supply, good soil and gentle slope is perfect. Or if you are simply searching for a sustainable way of living and your own peaceful environment - you may have found it!
- Think of sitting by the large open lawn setting spotting a list of bird species, kangaroos and koalas are regular visitors with often a family of kangaroos basking in the morning sun in the top paddock.
- There is a market garden of productive fruit trees netted in the orchard.
- The greenhouse and lawns have automatic watering.
- There are two large sheds, two garden sheds, 3 carports and a secure and protected wood storage area by the veranda.
This is what living in the Sensational Adelaide Hills is all about.
The Seller has loved their home and land, but it's now time to downsize. They are proud to present their earth covered home and land to the market and look forward to meeting the new owners to share and celebrate the lifestyle that is on offer.
This is a One in a Lifetime Opportunity that could be Especially Yours!
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