32 Wilkie Street, Castlemaine, Vic 3450

Privately set on 4050 sqm (approx) and bordered on two sides by the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park, this extraordinary residence is more than a home; it is a sanctuary, a creative haven, and a statement in sustainable living. The property offers sweeping panoramic views across Castlemaine township to Mount Alexander, Mount Franklin, and Mount Tarrengower, with the peace, privacy and connection to nature that only a location like this can offer.

Meticulously designed and engineered to withstand Australia's most extreme environmental conditions, the home is elevated on 28 hot-dipped galvanised steel posts, each anchored in concrete footings. Built for fire resistance, wind durability, and long-term low-maintenance living, it requires no external painting. Its elevated position and open aspect allow for an exceptional sense of space and light, while still being just moments from the heart of Castlemaine.

Inside, the design blends contemporary industrial elements with organic textures and warmth. Raked ceilings and expansive north-facing windows flood the living spaces with natural light, opening onto a full-length deck that invites you to enjoy the landscape beyond. A second west-facing verandah offers the perfect position to take in Castlemaine's spectacular sunsets. The open plan kitchen and dining features premium Miele appliances, including an induction cooktop, oven, dishwasher and rangehood, all complemented by bespoke stainless steel cabinetry and benches crafted from recycled timber by local artisans. A walk-in butler's pantry offers additional storage, a monsoon tap, and views to the garden. Throughout the home, floors of sustainably sourced bamboo and travertine stone lend a sense of grounded sophistication. The spacious living space opens onto a north-facing deck overlooking Castlemaine and Mount Alexander. A large picture window captures a tropical-style garden including a fishpond, creating a zen effect. 

This property offers four spacious bedrooms. The fourth room works beautifully as a studio or home office, with private access to the front verandah and views to Mount Alexander from two windows. The main suite has panoramic views of the surrounding bushland and the township of Castlemaine stretching to Mount Alexander. The ensuite and main bathroom feature GFRC concrete basins, and the main bathroom has a sculptural concrete bath by Dimano Designer Concrete, echoing the unique material palette and design focus carried through the home. A generous laundry has a separate toilet, and all wet areas have high-end fixtures including Blanco, Sussex and Franke tapware and sinks.

Energy efficiency has been thoughtfully integrated into every layer of the home, with a 5kW solar system comprising 18 panels, a highly efficient Australian-made Sanden heat pump for hot water, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries split systems, ceiling fans throughout, and full insulation to walls, floors and ceilings; achieving a six-star energy rating. Windows are wide pocket double-glazed with Low E coatings, all fitted with fly screens. Security and connectivity have not been overlooked, with hardwired Dahua security cameras, NBN fibre to the home, six motion-sensor exterior lights, and an integrated speaker system. 

The outdoor spaces are curated to foster both beauty and biodiversity. A central protected courtyard with a fishpond provides a tranquil space to unwind. Surrounding the home, vegetable beds, a greenhouse, and a fruiting garden with cherries, pomegranates, walnuts, citrus, figs, quince, olives, feijoas and more support a lifestyle of self-sufficiency. The landscape is alive with visiting and resident wildlife, from Fairy Wrens and Pardalotes to Echidnas and Shingleback lizards. There is also a fully fenced dog yard with a dedicated undercover space.

The infrastructure on the property is extensive. Beneath the home is approximately 150m² of covered space ideal for car parking, storage or workshop use. A separate 7x5 metre shed is fully wired with power and internet, and has a sewer connection in place, offering clear potential for conversion into additional accommodation or a creative workspace. A shipping container provides further secure storage. The lower quarter-acre of the block is also connected to sewer and power, creating the opportunity for a second dwelling or tiny house (STCA).

This home is the embodiment of creative living, and in many ways, a work of art itself. Its current owner has run a nationally acclaimed design company from the premises, developing advanced concrete forms used in award-winning architectural projects across Australia, including recent major works on Melbourne University, Sea World, Queens Wharf Brisbane, MONA in Hobart, and many more. Concrete sculptures and samples in the garden tell the quiet story of this creative legacy.

Privately positioned, elevated, and only minutes from Castlemaine's town centre, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a truly remarkable home, where high performance meets high design, and nature is always at your doorstep.