174 Godwills Road Goughs Bay VIC 3723

Embraced by nature, this private oasis stands as a testament to the beauty of earthy, grassroots craftsmanship. Crafted by bare hands and fuelled by a passion for creating a timeless abode at one with it's surroundings, this home radiates warmth and authenticity. With just under one kilometre (approx.) of river frontage, over two titles, you'll be enveloped by the soothing melody of birdsong, inviting you to immerse yourself in a dream lifestyle of your own making.

Designed by Paul Archibald Architects, this eclectic earth house gracefully curves around a central paved patio, drawing inspiration from a paper fan. Imbued with character, this mud brick residence is a captivating glimpse into a life of harmonising with the natural surroundings, created to seamlessly integrate into the hill. Creative touches abound, with stained-glass windows casting vibrant beams of light into the living area, with each window framing lush surroundings.

Picnic at the highest vantage point enjoying panoramic views stretching from Mt Buller and the ranges to Lake Eildon, enjoy your very own mountain biking, motor bike riding or walking tracks or simply camp out under the massive walnut trees, lazing in the shade by the swimming holes in the river on hot summer days. This lifestyle property is a private retreat for both people and wildlife, perfect for those seeking a fulfilling lifestyle with or one with adventure tourism potential.

More reasons we love this property:

- 378 acre (approx.) farm over 2 titles
- Title one: 339 acres, Title two: 39 acres
- About 12 acres of this is fertile river flats
- Suitable for commercial farming
- Approximately 800m of private river frontage
- Views of Buller and Timbertop
- Mudbrick hand-made bespoke cottage
- Light-filled Living/dining/meals area
- Natural light from full height windows
- Wood heater in lounge
- Mud brick naturally regulates temperature
- Kitchen with gas cooking and timber benchtops
- Living opens out to paved courtyard
- Second family area
- Three bedrooms with garden views
- Study could be converted to a fourth bedroom
- Central bathroom with separate WC
- Two car carport (could be built-in)
- Outdoor bath for soaking in the sunset
- 12m x 10m shed with power
- 12ML pumping rights from the Delatite River
- Three dams (one large)
- River bank revegetation program with GV Water
- Foundations of a walking and biking trail network
- Kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas, wombats, platypus and birdlife