Sit back, relax and breathe in the fresh country air as you immerse yourself in the rural lifestyle offered by this gorgeous Glen Martin property.
With more than 26 acres of productive farmland and a one-of-a-kind four bedroom home mixing country chic with modern styling, the property is an ideal choice for those chasing a tree-change or looking to dip their toe into a life on the land.
Custom-designed 26 years ago for its sole owners, the steel-framed residence has certainly stood the test of time, with its iron roof, painted western red cedar cladding and wide, welcoming timber verandahs creating a quintessential country cottage facade.
An extensive use of natural timbers carries the traditional styling through to the interior of the home, from floating floorboards, timber architraves and skirting boards through to the stunning cathedral ceilings constructed from radiata pine and cedar beams.
The soaring raked ceilings and large picture windows in the central living space create a sense of connection with the vast, open countryside surrounding the residence, while homely elements such as the slow combustion wood-burning heater gives the large space a cosy, comfortable feel.
A custom-designed kitchen sits at the heart of the living area, with a configuration designed to provide some separation between the multiple living and dining spaces without compromising the overall flow and feel of the open plan layout.
Featuring traditional white panelled cabinetry, a granite-look laminate benchtop and a separate timber-topped butchers block, the kitchen is a practical yet stylish space with ample storage and preparation areas.
A large picture window over the stainless steel sink provides views of the stunning natural landscape to the rear of the home, while sliding doors in the living and dining areas either side of the kitchen give access to the rear timber verandah and extended outdoor entertaining area beyond.
Two bedrooms and a bathroom flank the living spaces at both ends of the house, with all four generously-sized bedrooms featuring built-in wardrobes and verandah access. The two rear bedrooms also include an attached sunroom, providing a versatile space to create a private study or reading area.
The ensuite is located adjacent to the master bedroom and includes a shower, vanity and toilet, while the main bathroom has a shower, vanity and bath, with a separate toilet that is also accessible from the nearby laundry.
An abundance of large picture windows and doors ensure the home makes the most of its stunning environment, drawing the eye outside to the picturesque scenery of surrounding farmland and native bushland.
The expanse of timber verandahs arranged on all four sides of the home also encourage a greater connection with the landscape, while a wisteria and ornamental grape-covered pergola and paved entertaining area at the rear of the home provide plenty of room to relax with family and friends.
A detached triple garage sits to one side of the home, while an additional three-bay shed positioned next to the steel cattle loading race and yards has all the space you need for the farm equipment and machinery.
Most of the property has been cleared to shade trees and divided into five fenced horse or stock paddocks, with three dams providing water for livestock. A 90,000 litre tank provides water for the house, while a biocycle septic waste management system can be utilised for irrigating the various garden beds.
A winding jacaranda-lined driveway provides a stunning entrance to the home, while established garden beds surrounding the house, a flourishing vegetable garden and citrus orchard create a cavalcade of colour and fragrance throughout the year.
Ideal for those looking to get away from it all, the property is located in the tightly-held rural community of Glen Martin, to the north west of the Williams River. Home to less than 200 residents, it is located 20 minutes from the larger country town of Clarence Town where a range of essential services can be found, including the local public school. The larger regional centre of Raymond Terrace is around 40 minutes away, while the major retail and entertainment hub of Stockland Green Hills is a 50 minute drive.
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