8 Hairs Lane

Benalla VIC 3672

Natural light is key in elevating the internal spaces of this well designed property. With double glazed windows, external blinds and clever north-south orientation, occupants can rest assured the energy footprint of this modern home has been minimized whilst still providing seclusion and expansive garden views. The boundary and surrounding fence line feature screen planting of trees and shrubs, ensuring noise reduction and complete privacy. A 24 panel solar system is installed on the shed roof nearby and a 24kVa Yanmar diesel generator can provide for off grid living for up to 15 days. All town services are connected, including gas, town water, mains electricity, NBN Internet and there is a 'Biolytix' custom worm septic system.
Outside, the property has numerous infrastructure features including a large machine/storage shed (13x8m) complete with shipping container, concrete floors, lining and power. A second utility shed houses the generator and solar inverter. All garden and irrigation needs are assured with an inground 67,000 litre tank - supplied via both a bore and town water, all fully reticulated. This tank can also be accessed and utilized for firefighting via a portable Yanmar pump on wheels. A 100 foot bore with submersible pump feeds water to the garden areas, including the meadow garden and is controlled via a pressure pump. The garden is irrigated via some 50 sprinkler heads, dotted throughout into 8 separate sub stations.
To the east, a separate meadow garden echoes design principles of the preeminent landscape architect Piet Oudulf. Set on nearly 1.5 acres, the garden features native grasses, bulbs, with beds of Jonquil, lilies, Nerines and Barbiana. The meadow is bordered by pines and other native tree species with allium grasses planted for their fire-retardant qualities. The garden provides a perfect buffer - a place for rest and reflection. This space could also be utilized as a possible development site (STCA) to subdivide or provide alternative accommodation for the Benalla Golf Course, located just a short stroll away across the Mansfield Road.
This property will transport you with its myriad of notable features. Simplicity, functionality, straightforward expression of materials and construction, and the unity of house and garden - these are the elements which will captivate you with this property.
For Sale - please enquire for pricing.