119B Thorpe Road

Clayton Bay SA 5256

Set on 4 hectares with 55 metre of absolute water frontage, this amazing property has so much to offer. Architecturally designed by the owner for its special place on the planet, this stunning home was inspired by the work of Glen Murcutt - a renowned Australian architect whose designs are at one with the natural environment. These are earth friendly homes that touch the earth lightly'.

There is a definite Wow' factor when entering this quality home. Open plan living at its very best. Wall to wall glass sliding doors with uninterrupted water views from all bedrooms and living areas, raked ceilings and clerestory louvres provide full cross ventilation that takes advantage of those cooling lake breezes that nature provides. The home is super insulated and extremely energy efficient. With its elevated footings and deck, this long low house of glass and steel appears to float between earth and sky.

Relax on the full length front deck on those calm mellow evenings with a glass of wine, watching pelicans soar past and listening to the distant muted roar of the southern ocean or retreat to the sheltered rear deck for those days when the southerlies blow.
There are three bedrooms in total all of a grand size. The huge master bedroom suite has full length wall to wall glass and breathtaking panoramic views over the water, with direct access to the front and side decks; together with a corner lounge alcove and a walk in robe, adjacent to the bathroom which looks onto the courtyard for privacy while enabling views out over the property. There is Daikin split system reverse cycle air conditioning for those very occasional hot nights when the usual cooling breezes from the lake are delayed.

The laundry is adjacent to the bathroom, with ample storage and bench space and separate outside access.

Bedroom three, adjacent to the master suite, is currently used as a study and library with a full wall of book shelves and NBN internet connection. Built in robes and access through double glass sliding doors to the front deck make this a very versatile space.

Bedroom two at the other end of the house is an ideal guest suite - featuring an ensuite with spacious shower, vanity and toilet, built in robes and again, views over the water and direct access to the front and side deck. Another Daikin split system reverse cycle air conditioning unit cools and warms this space when needed.
All bedroom spaces have quality carpeted floors.
The huge open living and dining area has polished Australian Oak timber flooring, and is heated by a very efficient Nectre slow combustion glass fronted wood heater. Again this space also has full wall to wall glass exposure to the water views together with direct access to the front deck.
The kitchen is of a galley design with bar and views over the lake while you cook. Appliances include an ASKO dish washer, Omega oven and induction cook top. Further features include a walk in pantry
An extra large multi vehicle carport complements the house design. The sheltered outdoor courtyard has a potbelly stove for those chilly evening BBQ's.

The rainwater house supply has more than ample roof collection and 45,000 litres of tank storage, and a 350 litre solar HWS. There is a separate 16,500 litre rainwater tank and pressure pump plumbed to the wet area in the shed, (toilet, shower and trough), with gas HWS. Lawns and garden are irrigated from the lake with a transferable 590 Kilolitre 'stock and domestic' licence. Electricity is from the grid via your own dedicated pole, 3 phase power transformer and underground cable to the shed and house.

The main shed, 9 metres by 9 metres, has an open ended workshop area with 3phase power point and a lockup section with additional roller door access. A separate small canoe and kayak shed, 5.5 metres by 1.8 metres provides additional storage for this waterfront location.

The 'traditional' Aussie backyard complete with heritage style Hills Hoist clothes line is offset to the side between shed and house so as to maintain long spacious sight lines to the rear tree line along the ridge. Veggie garden and chook shed complete the back yard'.
A small olive grove provides olives for both table and oil.

The inland rural woodlot with converted caravan/studio and raised deck/bar is ideal for those winter bonfire gatherings and the occasional big party in the paddock.

Located only 75 minutes to Adelaide CBD, 45 minutes to Mount Barker and 20 minutes to Goolwa and Strathalbyn.