6840 Calder Highway, Wedderburn VIC 3518

Many people are finding the idea of a simpler, more sustainable lifestyle very appealing and this home has been designed with just such a lifestyle in mind! Whether looking for a holiday home or permanent living this property is close to parks, recreational activities such as bushwalking and gold detecting (gold has previously been found onsite!) or just enjoying the simplicity of the natural bush. However,
it also has the telephone connected and is located just minutes from the popular goldmining township of Wedderburn- with all the facilities it has to offer!
Set on approx. 20 acres of light natural bush the rustic home compliments its natural surroundings. Built on two levels it features two bedrooms- one on the ground floor and another on the mezzanine which is reached by a staircase. There is open plan living on the ground floor, combining a lounge area and kitchen/meals which are separated by a brick fireplace and chimney. The kitchen includes a gas fridge, gas stove and gas hot water for maximum efficiency. A practical laundry/bathroom combines a vanity and shower over the bath, with an area for the washing machine.
This unique mud brick house incorporates many of the best environmental practices such as the natural insulation properties of the brick itself, straw ceilings, new and recycled timber features etc. There is a stand-alone Solar system which includes 6 panels, 6 new batteries and an 11 KV generator as back up. Water is supplied by two tanks totalling approx. 32,000L plus a good sized dam for garden and animals.
A 7x5m colorbond garage/shed provides undercover parking or storage.