Berringa 346 Donald McLeans Road

This stunning limestone double-storey home, built around 2016, offers the rare opportunity to live completely off the grid, with independent power, water, and sewer systems. The home features two comfortable bedrooms, with a combined laundry, toilet, and shower bathroom. The spacious L-shaped kitchen is equipped with electric cooking, a wall oven, and an island bench, all overlooking the large living and dining area. A highlight of the living space is the unique octagonal section with a striking cathedral roofline that adds a sense of grandeur. One bedroom is located downstairs, while the second bedroom or attic space is upstairs, providing both space and privacy. Throughout the home, you'll find beautiful blackbutt timber floors and double-glazed windows, contributing to the home's warmth and energy efficiency.

The property is fully self-sufficient, featuring an approximate 5-kilowatt solar power system with 16 solar panels, lead-acid batteries, and three water catchment tanks with a total capacity of 66,000L for household supply. Additional amenities include gas instant hot water, a worm farm septic system, and Sky Muster satellite internet, ensuring modern convenience even in this rural setting.

Improvements on the property include a double garage, a 6x6-meter bluestone cottage or multipurpose space, two dams, and more than seven acres of natural bushland. The property is bordered on two sides by state forest, with the Illabarook Creek flowing through the land, adding to the sense of serenity and natural beauty. A paved outdoor living area completes the package, along with a character-filled Cyprus pine tree that enhances the property's charm.

The property is easily accessible from the Pitfield-Scarsdale road and is just a 30-minute drive from Ballarat and 14 minutes from Smythesdale Village. This off-the-grid retreat offers privacy, peace, and a perfect blend of modern amenities and nature.

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