Set high in Wild Dog Valley this stunning property has picturesque views of the forest and mountains in a tranquil setting. The magnificent cedar home, quality-built by local builder Peter Tripp has natural timbers and jarrah floors throughout. The very large octagonal living/dining room features high ceilings, picture windows facing from east around to the west overlooking the garden, a large wood heater and reverse cycle air conditioning. The sliding doors open onto the entertaining deck and surrounding verandah. There is a large cathedral ceiling kitchen with plenty of space, leadlight windows, custom cupboards, built-in pantry, gas cooktop and electric oven. A north facing sunroom leads off this, perfect for enjoying your breakfast!
There are three bedrooms including a spacious high ceiling octagonal master with picture windows, wood heater and walk-in robe (which could be easily converted into an ensuite). The second bedroom has a spectacular leadlight window and built-in robes, and there is a third carpeted bedroom. A central bathroom and laundry service the home, with a shower over bath, toilet and custom vanity.
A spacious garage/ workshop houses the 5KW solar system and an energy saving heat pump hot water system is on the house. There are three water tanks, two 20,000 litre water tanks and one 5000 litre drinking water tank near the back door, and also spring water access. Beside the garage is a two bay animal shelter with a water tank.
A quaint studio cabin is located up the hill near the dam. It has a coonara, kitchenette, timber feature wall and verandah with a gorgeous outlook to the hills.
There is plenty of wildlife including wallabies, koalas, kookaburras, eagles, king parrots and lorikeets.
All set on 65 acres, divided into six paddocks with a sealed driveway to the house, and including an area of tree planted Landcare reserve, this property offers privacy, space, and outdoor amenity, all within ten minutes from the beach in Apollo Bay.