1-3 Needlebush Drive, Chiton, SA 5211

A haven for those who appreciate quality, style, and sustainability. This exceptional home, built to the highest ecological standards, gained industry recognition by winning prestigious HIA awards in 2009, including the Greensmart Energy Efficient Housing and Sustainable Housing awards. 

Constructed by Bailey Homes in 2008, this property presents as beautifully today as it did when first built. Set on a glorious 1,445m² (approx.) across two Certificates of Title, this award-winning home is the creation of Steve Wright, the visionary behind Australia's leading sustainable development, Beyond Today Estate.

From the moment you arrive, you'll be captivated by the blend of striking materials and stunning garden surroundings. Rammed earth walls and polished exposed aggregate floors-designed for optimal thermal mass throughout. A second living and dining room welcomes you with garden views and large sliding doors on two sides, complemented by automatic window shutters. A beautifully appointed powder room awaits at the end of the passage. 

Kitchen Features
Prepare to be dazzled by the near-new Japanese-inspired kitchen-winner of the SA Kitchen of the Year Award in 2018 and featured in Kitchen Yearbook Magazine in 2019. This culinary masterpiece includes:

•  4 Miele ovens: Combination Steam, Pyrolytic, Warming/Proving Drawer, and 
    Combination Microwave
• Miele Dishwasher and 2 plumbed Miele fridge freezers with icemakers
• 5-burner gas ceramic hob
• Hand-painted glass splashback and cutting-edge Dekton benchtops
• Butler's pantry/laundry with additional storage and Miele Washer/Dryer
• Ample storage with cupboards on both sides of the stunning island bench

Sustainability and Environmental Features
This home goes beyond luxury with its impressive sustainability credentials:

• 2.8 kW solar panels
• 18,000L rainwater tanks plumbed throughout the house, with mains top-up 
   and automatic garden irrigation
•  Energy-efficient insulation, including R3.2 insulation in external frames and R4 
    in the ceilings
•  Aerogel under-slab insulation and reverse brick veneer walls for superior 
    thermal mass
•   Double-glazed, plantation-grown Western Red Cedar windows with cross 
    ventilation in all rooms
•   Rammed earth walls and polished concrete floors for effective solar heat 
     gain
•   Underfloor hydronic heating and ceiling fans in all rooms for year-round 
     comfort
•   Heat reflective paints and remote-controlled external shading for temperature 
     control
•    Eco-conscious materials like Modwood decking made from recycled plastic 
      bottles and Bsmart recycled aggregate brick pavers

Outdoor Oasis
Surrounded by an award-winning native garden, this property won the Best Residential Garden design in 2011, alongside multiple landscape awards for its environmentally sensitive design. Recently, the owners added another stunning garden on the adjoining title, complete with terraced granite pathways, a firepit, and hundreds of native plants. This garden will only grow more magnificent over time, promising beauty for years to come.

This home is a true masterpiece, seamlessly blending luxury, sustainability, and natural beauty. For those in pursuit of excellence, your search ends here.


Specifications:
CT / 5993/740, 5993/739
Council / Alexandrina
Zoning / Neighbourhood
Built / 2008
Land / 1445m2 (approx)




 
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