131 School Road

St Andrews VIC 3761

This one-owner, environmentally friendly two-storey mudbrick home has been framed around massive hardwood posts (from a bridge over the Hawkesbury River), recycled hardwood wall-panelling (from a Western District woolshed), handmade doors, windows and kitchen benchtops (made of Oregon and Jarrah) and reclaimed bricks on the ground floor. The house and garden have been a labour of love since 1993 (when the home won Top Homes Custom-Built House of the Year (in its class)) but is ready for new owners to write its next chapter.

The home sits on approximately 22 acres in a blend of cleared spaces (about 5 acres) and natural bush. It offers a unique tree-change opportunity: peaceful and private yet just a few minutes from the St Andrews general store, a lovely caf, primary school, sporting facilities, hotel, the iconic weekly market and a short drive to the Hurstbridge Station.

The ground floor has a family living room and a spacious open-plan living-meals area with a wood-fired heater. Complementing the living spaces is a main bedroom with an ensuite and walk-in robe and another bedroom. The main bathroom (with Jarrah sills and benches) includes a clawfoot bath and has beautiful views of the garden and bush. There are two bedrooms upstairs both offering gorgeous views of the city skyline and classic St Andrews bush.