34 Jim Edwardes Place

Kangaroo Valley NSW 2577

Designed and hand built by the couple behind '1:1 building' - this unusual and uniquely bold and sensuous home, has a surprise around every corner. From the Australian hardwood battened and curved walls, that make you want to touch them - to the polished and burnished concrete floors, to the generous rooms and high ceilings, the easy maintenance and complimentary native plantings and that spectacular huge round window in the entry, which perfectly frames the crystal-clear plunge pool, the green grassy surround and the giant eucalyptus forests in the distance.

Every visitor to this property feels it's warm embrace, it's comfort, luxury, gorgeous flow and absolute Wow factor. Anyone with a background in construction or architecture will appreciate the expertise, skill and dedication evident in every minute detail - and the talent needed to pull this off and achieve this exquisite level of perfection.

This four-bedroom, two-bathroom home is built around a sheltered courtyard, leading onto a generous entertaining deck - which has a narrow jetty leading to the unique circular plunge pool, taking in the wonderful views of Mount Carrialloo looming to the West and Mount Scanzi to the South.

The owners have a love and passion for Australian hardwoods, and bringing out the best in them, which is apparent, from the Spotted gum shelves in the kitchen, to the Sydney blue gum battens cladding the walls, to the Blackwood vanity in the family bathroom. Interestingly, the Sydney blue gum - called Woolly butt by locals, was felled and milled locally over 30 years ago, by the owners father, on the adjoining land - originally the family farm.

The master bedroom has a recessed bed head, a luxurious and generous ensuite with double shower, featuring exquisite Japanese tiles and walk in wardrobe/ dressing area as well as it's own separate deck. The guest wing has three identical and generous bedrooms with built in desk and wardrobes, an expansive family bathroom with large bath and vanity, and at the end of the hall - a separate rumpus/ tv/ play-room.

The hallway features unusual arrow-slit windows with solid hardwood shutters for added character and breeze access.
As the heart of the home, the kitchen will delight everyone with its large butler's pantry, Smeg appliances, dishwasher, masses of counter space and storage, double extra-large sinks and large island bench.

The combined dining/lounge room is generous and light filled, with marvelous views of the surrounding escarpment and rainforest - through the high clerestory windows, with louvres to catch any cool breezes, and fans to circulate. The room is also warm and toasty on the coldest of days, thanks to the under floor hydronic heating - which is throughout the home. For those that love to relax with a wine or coffee, in front of flickering glowing flames, there is also a wood combustion heater.

Set on 1.97 hectares, including cleared land, mature trees and remnant native bush land along a picturesque gully and with fabulous vistas from Mount Carrialloo to Mount Scanzi and the vast area between, the acreage is remarkably low maintenance. Features include a large double garage with access to a covered walkway that leads to the entry. Four large water tanks, as well as another that has been modified to serve as watertight wood storage.

A luxurious plunge pool with internal seating, accessed by a gated 'jetty' walkway - with the most breathtaking views of the sunsets and surrounding natural beauty, as well as the mob of almost tame kangaroos, that graze below most evenings.
A very short drive takes you to the many delights of Kangaroo Valley township and a slightly longer but relaxing trip, to the surrounding amenities of Berry, Kiama, The Southern Highlands and Jervis Bay.

Completed in 2021 - brand new and pristine - visit for yourself and see a design dream that has come to life, that will make your life less ordinary.