Superb Sustainable Living

Sustainable housing has become a buzzword, but this superb Margaret River residence takes the environmentally friendly focus on living to a whole new level.<br/>Almost every potential energy saving and sustainable feature has been incorporated on the property situated in one of the premium areas of Margaret River within walking distance of the town centre.<br/><br/>Built from structurally insulted panels (SIPs) and double glazed throughout, the home provides excellent insulation for summer and winter as well as superior sound proofing.<br/>Through creative design the main residence is bathed in natural light with the east-to-west facing aspect capturing panoramic views to the picturesque Karri forest on the banks of the nearby Margaret River.<br/><br/>Each of the spacious rooms feature local and imported timber accent surrounds with heat recovery ventilators (HRVs) to ensure good thermal control and interior air quality by removing any condensation and indoor pollutants.<br/><br/>Low energy consumption and energy efficiency is assured through a 12 kw solar array and 11 kw (plus) battery storage system. Combined with the property's relatively small footprint, this means less environmental impact and ongoing costs.<br/><br/>The main residence has been designed with flexibility and ease-of-living top of mind. The master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom opens onto a sheltered courtyard. A large office space/media room which can also be converted into another bedroom, opens onto the same courtyard. Another spacious bedroom is located near the entry hall and they all have plentiful built-in storage and thermal control.<br/><br/>The expansive kitchen with a centralised workbench is close to an array of productive vegetable gardens just off the covered courtyard. Established natives border the property and a covered orchard boasts figs, dwarf apples, oranges, lemons, grapefruit, pomegranate and cumquats.<br/><br/>Considerable effort was made in preparing the site for building, including significant retaining and site works for excellent drainage to create as much level, useable space as possible.<br/><br/>Separate from the main residence is a 60sqm adjacent dwelling with a three-phase electrical system that presents multiple uses. Built in the same construction as the main residence it also has HRVs for air quality and thermal comfort. There's a spacious, north-facing living area separated from another room with a bathroom and the already installed plumbing could also easily facilitate a kitchenette.<br/><br/>The driveway leads to a steel constructed, double garage at the rear (9m x 7m) of the property which has 2 separate rolling doors for vehicles - one door height can accommodate most 4WD's. This is where the separate, fully framed, insulated room for the solar batteries is located.<br/>This insulated room also has ample storage room for food preservation, tools, workbench and any other items (approximate 3m x 7m in size).<br/><br/>This is one of the most unique, eco-friendly residences in Margaret River and boasts an enlightening connection with nature and its surrounds.<br/><br/>Key features:<br/>• Environmentally friendly, sustainable, spacious living<br/>• Large double-glazed windows throughout<br/>• Built from structurally insulated panels (SIPs)<br/>• Heat recovery ventilators (HRVs) in the main residence and studio<br/>• Three-phase electrical system throughout<br/>• Ancillary building for use as an art studio; suite for extended family; or rental<br/>• Fully netted orchard at rear<br/>• 23,500 litre rain water tank (in addition to mains supply)<br/>• 2 vehicle garage (6m x 7m)<br/>• Fully sealed and insulated room for batteries and storage (3m x 7m)<br/>• 3m x 3m shed for storage of garden tools<br/>• 12kW solar panels grid connected and 11kWh upgradable battery system for three phase power<br/><br/>Disclaimer: <br/>This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information provided by the Seller and may be subject to change. No warranty or representation is made as to its accuracy and interested parties should place no reliance on it and should make their own independent enquiries.