26 Mallyon Close, Lochiel NSW 2549

A Coastal/Country Idyll

Other - Lochiel NSW

• Seven-year-old, passive-designed home
• Four-bedroom, two-bathroom
• Set on approximately 3.5 acres with sweeping valley views

Live your own idyllic coastal/country lifestyle at Lochiel, less than 10-minutes’ drive from Pambula village, on the pristine Sapphire Coast.

Built by Green Homes, this cleverly-designed weatherboard home is less than seven-years-old and has had only one owner. Its north-facing orientation means it’s perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the sun throughout the day, as well as catching cross breezes for good ventilation and air flow. The passive design is highly energy efficient meaning the home requires less secondary heating and cooling, has less impact on the environment and is super comfortable to live in year-round. The home has a 6kw solar system installed – which is still under warranty – as well as a brand-new inverter. There’s also a separate solar hot water system, as well as a rarely-used back-up electric hot water system, meaning electricity bills are almost non-existant.

The home’s elevated position means the open-plan kitchen, living and dining areas all take full advantage of the mesmerising views out over the flat grazing country adjoining the Pambula River and the bush in the distance. The kitchen has quality SMEG appliances including an induction cooktop, electric oven and a dishwasher, a large walk-in pantry, stone benchtops, loads of storage space and beautiful views from the kitchen sink. The large living room has a high vaulted ceiling with skyline windows allowing extra natural light. This central living space opens out onto a generous, north-facing entertaining deck with glass balustrade to take full advantage of the view.

Timber floorboards throughout the main living space, as well as a feature wall built with repurposed Italian red bricks, add warmth and interest. Warmed by the wood heater, the brick wall which acts as a thermal mass holding the heat generated during the cooler months. There’s also a smaller study/media room or second sitting room off the main living area and with excellent wireless internet capabilities wifi speed is not an issue.

At the end of the hallway, the north-facing main bedroom with generous walk-through wardrobe and ensuite, has loads of natural light and opens out onto a second smaller deck. Bedrooms two and three both have large built-in wardrobes and ceiling fans, whereas bedroom four is slightly smaller and would also be perfect as a home office. The large main bathroom has a separate bath and shower, as well as a separate toilet. There’s ample internal storage space via two double-door linen/storage cupboards in the hallway and a very large and practical, family-friendly mudroom, as well as a generous separate laundry.

Outside, all the hard work has been done to create a healthy and sustainable oasis. There are extensive established gardens including an abundant vegetable garden, fruit and citrus trees, a combination of natives and ornamental plantings in retained garden beds and borders, as well as a large well-manicured lawned area, and a chook pen. There’s a 100,000L rainwater tank that supplies the house, and three additional smaller tanks supplying the garden. This versatile system means that rainwater can be diverted to whichever tank needs it at the time and the current owners have never run out of water. An irrigation system is in place on the citrus and fruit trees and sections of the lawn are irrigated by the regularly serviced bio-septic system.

There’s a large two-plus car garage with remote door, loads of room for the lawn mower, a workshop bench and still plenty of extra storage space. The entire boundary is well-fenced – perfect for pets – and fire protection methods have been considered including gravel immediately surrounding the home’s perimeter and a secure fire bunker in the large fully-enclosed under-house void – that could also act as a cellar or unsealed storage space.

Located in a private and quiet cul-de-sac this idyllic slice of the Sapphire Coast hinterland is set on just over one-hectare (around 3.5 acres), with loads of room to park multiple cars, the caravan or trailer, and space to add a pool or a larger shed if desired. Although it’s less than fifteen minutes’ drive to local centre Merimbula with its airport, specialty shops and thriving hospitality scene, this special property feels a million miles away. Ideal for families or those seeking a peaceful, sustainable country lifestyle where all the hard work and necessary infrastructure has already been done.