Cradled in the prestigious Upper Kangaroo River region encircled by wet schlerophyll/rainforest and lush grazing pastures, Bangalay is a rare union of award-winning architecture and enduring conservation. This 44.13-hectare property offers complete seclusion, expansive valley views and direct access to Gerringong Creek while providing the comfort and ease of a thoughtfully engineered off-grid home.
A living sanctuary
In 2017, 39.1 hectares were covenanted in perpetuity as a Nature Conservation Area under the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust. Remote cameras have recorded endangered species including the Spot-tailed Quoll and Greater Glider; Gang-gang Cockatoos are regular visitors, alongside thriving populations of wombats, kangaroos, wallabies and more than 100 native bird species. Wander the many walking trails that lace the property and feel the rhythm of the surrounding Bush.
Architect Peter Stutchbury (AIA Gold Medal 2015)
Completed in 2004, this single-level, north-east facing residence is site-sensitive and effortlessly liveable. High ceilings, large sliding glass doors and highlight windows flood interiors with light, drawing the eye to the garden and 1-megalitre house dam which is an integral sculptural element in the landscape.
Plan: expansive open-plan living/kitchen; 2 generous sized bedrooms; 2 bathrooms; dedicated storage room & walk-in pantry
Outdoor living: wide verandahs (west to main bedroom; north-east to living), plus a large covered courtyard that welcomes winter sun
Roof: Colorbond skillion, lifted to the east over living area and gently stepping down over bedrooms to the west.
Crafted materials & thermal performance
Concrete slab for seamless indoor-outdoor flow
Southern walling in concrete-filled Besser blocks for thermal mass
Mini-orb cladding to northern & eastern elevations
Internal portal frames constructed from recycled Karri
Ceilings & cabinetry in varnished Hoop Pine; Forest Red Gum floors to kitchen & bedrooms
Merbau door/window joinery; Comfort Plus highlight glazing with external metal shutters for sun control & enhanced bushfire protection
Off-grid independence
Electricity: 28-panel photovoltaic system (16 on fixed frame in olive paddock; 12 on carport roof) feeding a 48V battery bank (24 X 2V wet cell batteries), supported by a Yanmar 13hp diesel generator
Gas: bulk bottled for cooking and heating
Heating/Cooling: hydronic heating within slab; Jetmaster wood fire to living/kitchen; flued gas heaters to bedrooms
Abundant water
Rainwater harvesting from house roof and stored in a 100,000L partially submerged concrete tank which overflows to the house dam
Upper ridge dam: approx. 6 megalitres, ~110 vertical metres above the home, reticulated to storage above house for irrigation and firefighting
Irrigation: two current irrigation licences plus riparian rights to Gerringong Creek
Wastewater: Envirocycle septic system
Uncovenanted home precinct area of 5 plus hectares consisting of established garden, enclosed orchard and vegetable garden, 2 olive paddocks, grazing paddock, house dam, 2 space carport, and a large machinery shed.
At a glance
Land: 44.13ha (approx.) with 39.1ha covenanted Nature Conservation Area (in perpetuity)
Residence: single-storey, NE-facing, high ceilings, 2 bed | 2 bath | storage | pantry
Outdoors: wide verandahs, winter-sun courtyard, walking tracks, beautiful valley outlooks
Power: stand-alone solar with battery storage + generator back-up
Water: 100,000L tank, 1ML house dam, 6ML ridge dam, wetlands, creek access
Licences: 2 irrigation licences + riparian rights
Fire readiness: roof & in-ground sprinklers (house & shed), dedicated window sprays, hose reels & stand-pipe sprinklers, reliable on-site water
Bangalay is more than a home; it is a legacy property-architecturally significant, ecologically rich, and meticulously prepared for self-sufficient, modern rural life.
Private inspections by appointment only.
Contact Janine Sosa on 0419 293 777 to arrange your private viewing today.
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