224 Lower German Town Road

St Marys TAS 7215

Protected bush land and views of the ocean beyond, frames this dramatic picture perfect, piece of real estate. Facing North East & having superb views of the ocean and shore line, this Tasmanian slice of paradise is uniquely 100% self sufficient and offers a life style many can only dream about.
It is the perfect site for a solar passive home & being located above the frost line, you are able to grow frost tender vegetables all year round. Water is the least of your worries, with two interconnecting water tanks plus a permanent spring fed creek at the bottom boundary. It is a property that lends itself to a wonderful lifestyle where peace privacy and serenity goes hand in hand with the retention of the wildlife. Fostered to be a natural wild life sanctuary, it attracts a wide range of animals and bird life, including wombats, Wallabies, Paddy Melons, a resident nesting Wedge Tail Eagle, Ring Eyed Cockatiels, & Swift Parrots, making this the perfect environment for those that want to connect again with nature. This wild life often frequents the front area of the house at dusk where you can watch without interrupting their nightly ritual.
The home has been carefully designed to take full advantage of the sunlit hours, but still with a convenience of a modern life style. Spacious open plan living features plenty of windows on the North East side, so that the sun's warmth is entrapped and retained giving the occupants the desired level of comfort. With access directly opening out to the veranda, this area lends itself to al fresco dining or just general relaxation. The kitchen boasts gas cooking, attractive cupboard and bench space and with these views out to the ocean, who would not like preparing meals here. There is a wood fire in the living room & with ample solar panels installed to produce the hot water and lighting, this home is one of sustainability and displays a genuine care for our future environment.
The use of health and environmentally allergy free batts in the ceiling and walls plus being heavily battened and having sunlight all day, gives off many advantages to the occupants. It makes the home sound proof, retains heat and lets in natural sunlight. What could be more effective and effortless?
There are two generous sized bedrooms, one of which opens out on to the eastern facing veranda where the morning sun streams in & welcomes you to another day in paradise. A well designed two way, bathroom & laundry is located near all areas for ease of access no matter which part of the house you are in. A further added bonus is that the present owner has plans approved for another level which allows for the extension of a top story if more space is required by the new owners.
The land immediately around the house is paved and with retaining walls, it makes the upkeep that much easier. Mass planting of native trees and shrubs are taking shape and it won't be long before you will be engulfed in your own private haven of perfumed and colourful beauty. To protect flora and fauna, there have been covenants put in place, these apply to one specific area and allows growth of these endangered species to progress at natures pace without disturbance. The remainder of the land can be fenced and grazed or left to its own devices.
The views to the ocean are serene and all inspiring and will surely surprise you with its extraordinary expanse of remarkable beauty. This is a property that will set the heart racing, conjure up thoughts of nature and will demand serious consideration of a lifestyle that many can only dream of accomplishing in a life time. This is your opportunity to make a difference and to purchase a distinctive property that has been designed to be sympathetic to the characteristics of our surroundings.
The current owner has spent considerable time, energy & money on the planning of this project and has carefully thought out a design that offers a unique lifestyle with no ongoing bills so as to sustain his choice of living style. Even down to the toilet, which is self composting and begs little upkeep, the owner has thought of everything to counter act global warming and to create an environment that is compassionate to the clean green slogan. The only bills you will ever get is for the gas bottles, rates without sewerage or water and the telephone line. Think of what money you can save.
First time offered for sale, giving you the opportunity to be the second owner of this natural unpretentious & ecological asset.
Located within a two minute drive to the village of St Marys where there is a school, hospital, cafes and various shops and within 15 minutes to beaches. This has to be one of the most idyllic locations in Tasmania.