64 Native Gully Crescent EPPALOCK VIC

Thinking of escaping the hustle & bustle of city life for the clean country air and a fresh start? Well space and serenity await on the outskirts of Bendigo in the form of this rare but often sought after mud brick home! Set on your own private and picturesque 20 acres and situated a pleasant 15 min drive from Bendigo (approx. halfway between Strathfieldsaye and popular Lake Eppalock), this unique property offers a fabulous lifestyle opportunity (or even a relaxing weekender to escape to?) where peace & tranquility is definitely the order of the day! The home itself has been well constructed using predominately natural materials, giving it an earthly and rustic charm that has no comparison in today’s market. Mud bricks form the majority of the interior and exterior walls, whilst old barn doors are very cleverly used as external cladding. Exposed timber beams and tree poles are used as internal supports and recycled bricks adorn the floors of the high traffic areas. There is even a stunning feature window made from an old wagon wheel overlooking the land to the creek and acreage beyond! Bursting with character, the internal floor plan is a pleasant surprise that has the flexibility to suit both couples and families alike! Currently configured as a three bedroom home, its thoughtful design allows it to be easily converted to a layout that suits your needs, such as a four bedroom home; a three bedroom home with a study or studio; or a three bedroom home with two living areas? The spacious open plan area at the heart of the home houses the main living and dining areas plus a handy mezzanine level, with solid fuel heating ensuring it is a comfy and cosy space to relax. The country style kitchen overlooks the creek and acreage beyond, making it a pleasure to prepare the household meals! Timber cabinetry is in keeping with the cottage theme, and is a staple in both the kitchen and three piece family bathroom. The laundry is external but can be easily bought inside with some minor renovations. All in all, a very flexible, workable floor plan that is comfortable as is or easily converted with some minor adjustment. Externally, there are beautiful established gardens surrounding the home ensuring the hard work is done. The shady verandah is a sheltered space to sit and relax or entertain from, and a lovely alfresco area proves an excellent vantage point to admire your surrounds. Exploring the surrounding acreage is an everyday adventure you will never get tired of! The land undulates gently from the house to the seasonal Native Gully Creek, where native trees and birdlife thrive and kids will love to play or camp overnight! There are two dams that feed from the creek and can be pumped back to the tanks at the house. In addition to these tanks, there is capacity to store approx. 50,000L of drinking water in other tanks. Shedding is offered in abundance thanks to a huge 20′ x 60′ (approx.) shed with three separate work areas ideal to store the boat, trailer and the rest of toys all at once! Other infrastructure includes a round yard, large chook pen, vegie garden, and a covered bbq area that can be used as an animal pen. Mud brick homes are traditionally so sought after, those in waiting generally fall over each other to purchase the right one. So when a home as unique and character filled as this enters the market, and is coupled with 20 beautiful acres, you will need to act quick to avoid huge disappointment!