Step inside the entrance to this pavilion style handcrafted, low carbon footprint residence and discover a home with a difference. Individual in design there is an exotic tropical feel where outside living blends easily into airy spacious family living inside. Lofty ceilings accented by tall timber framed glass bi-folding doors, louvre windows, polished Red Mahogany floors, built in timber cabinetry, floor to ceiling handcrafted bookcase and a central slow combustion fireplace are the hallmarks of this stylish home. The spacious kitchen is the hub of the home, a focal point for the family and features vast stainless steel splashbacks, polished terrazzo bench tops, timber island bench, and a multitude of timber cabinets and drawers. The main pavilion offers two large bedrooms, one currently an office space, a main bathroom whilst the second pavilion affords two bedrooms and a huge workshop, studio complete with toilet and extra plumbing. There is tremendous scope to tailor this home to an individual's needs. The innovative perspective in design involves sliding Western Red Cedar garage doors with windows, interconnecting timber decks and an enormous verandah space which becomes a second living and entertaining area. The gardens and organic food producing courtyard form a tropical sanctuary to sooth the soul, fruit trees, fish ponds, water fountains and wood fired pizza oven all add to the private lush green haven so private from those around. Space and harmony in the heart of Bangalow. Additional information includes . Bespoke designed and handcrafted 'low carbon footprint' residence providing comfortable living in all seasons, with many natural climate control features to sustain a low energy requirement and contain maintenance costs. Built mainly from locally sourced materials. Light weight construction, EcoPly cladding, iron roof. . High ceilings, prestige ceiling fans. Natural ventilation enhanced by louvre windows throughout. Significant native garden providing natural cooling in summer and cold protection in winter. . Ventilated roof space with louvered gable ends that can be closed in winter to retain heat and remain open in summer. . 5x3000 L underground rainwater tanks providing all the water for the current residents, excepting in prolonged draught conditions when water supply can be easily switched to 'town water' supply if required (twice in last 10 years). This provides for drinking water, general household use, water feature and vegetable garden. . Solar hot water heater. Instantaneous gas back-up system installed to be available for prolonged rainy/cloudy conditions. . 2.5 kW PV (photovoltaic) electricity generation system used in combination with mains power supply. Power consumption and production profile charts available. . Central slow combustion space heater. . Large versatile kitchen with terrazzo benchtops and timber island table. Bi-folding cafe windows open to the verandah entertainment and dining area. Miele fridge/freezer/wine cooler, 800mm gas stove with electric oven, Fisher Paykel dish drawer. Marine ply kicthen cabinets with Makaore timber drawer/door finish. . Wide New Guinea Rosewood skirting boards and architraving with locally harvested Red Mahogany floors throughout with natural oil finish. . Large and versatile double garage/workshop with stainless steel workbench and sink suitable for a wide range of activities, storage space and wide Western Red Cedar sliding doors fitted part glazed, providing ample daylight. Floor area 64m2 . Very private north and east facing covered verandahs (60m2) overlooking the garden and fishpond with water feature. . Established organic vegetable garden (approx. 60 m2), citrus fruit trees and established composting system for all green waste. . Outdoor wood fired pizza oven. . Fixed wireless NBN, TV antenna (all stations), mobile phone reception. . Central location: 10 min walk to Bangalow, 10 min drive to Byron Bay, 35 min to Lismore or 15 min to Ballina (and airport).
