301 Mia Mia Road, Newstead VIC 3462

Constructed in 2015, this modern home impresses with its sustainable living features. It is well insulated with double glazed windows throughout making it a cool haven in the height of summer. It has rainwater tanks, mains power and a 3kw solar power system feeding back into the grid that ensures electricity costs are considerably lessened. With its solar passive positioning and design, the house sits elevated on the block giving views across the valley. It has a huge open plan living/dining area with timber floors, a/c split system and an Australian-made wood heater that sits in front of a mudbrick thermal-mass feature wall. The spacious kitchen has ample storage and bench space with new Westinghouse 5 burner gas stovetop with electric oven and new Bosch dishwasher. There are 3 bedrooms, all with built in robes, ceiling fans and linen blockout curtains. There is a large contemporary bathroom at the front of the house and a second bathroom/laundry to the back. On the North facing side is a lovely slate-paved patio with an iron pergola, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The low maintenance grounds are lightly treed with a dam in the back corner and State Forest adjoins the property offering easy access for bushwalking, biking and birdwatching. Additionally, there's a studio/workshop close to the house with concrete floor and power, and a two bay carport. 5km from Newstead and 12km from Castlemaine, it's peaceful and private yet close to everything you need.