873 Dark Corner Road, Dark Corner, NSW 2795

A true one-of-a-kind, Villa Paglia – Italian for "Home of Straw" – is a soulful, sustainable retreat set on approx. 108 acres, offering a unique blend of character, comfort, and functionality. Once part of the original Springvale estate, this handcrafted straw bale home is perfect for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle, with space to run stock and enjoy the land.

Constructed with artisan care and rich in storytelling, the home features salvaged and repurposed materials sourced from historic locations across NSW – including stable doors from Cobb & Co, a clawfoot bath from Bathurst's original maternity hospital, recycled timber stairs, antique Vaucluse doors, and bricks from Manly.

Property Highlights:

• Approx. 108 acres of mixed-use land – ideal for grazing, hobby farming, and lifestyle living

• 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom handcrafted straw bale home with excellent insulation and natural light

• Off-grid infrastructure: 15kW lithium battery system, 16 solar panels, Victron inverter, backup generator

• 2 wood-burning fireplaces, solar hot water with gas backup

• 3 spring-fed dams, a mountain creek boundary, and peaceful walking tracks

• Adjoining Sunny Corner State Forest – perfect for 4WD, trail riding and equine enthusiasts or professionals with space for fitness and cross-discipline training, with National Parks and nature reserves leading out from the Forest, for endless adventuring!

• Landscaped surrounds with young orchard trees, silver birch, pines, maples, wild blackberries & birdlife

• Restored Stockman's Hut with new roof and verandah – ideal as a retreat, artist's space, or extra accommodation, undercover shedding to accommodate vehicles and outdoor toys!

• Composting septic system and eco-minded infrastructure throughout, building entitlement available, live onsite comfortably then convert this existing home to shedding or secondary use (subject to council approval) or enjoy as is.

Location (all distances are approximate):

• 35 mins to Lithgow

• 52 mins to Oberon

• 35 mins to Bathurst 

• 2 hrs 45 mins to Sydney

Whether you're dreaming of a self-sufficient life, a private country retreat, or a character-filled rural base, Villa Paglia offers timeless charm, breath taking views, and the kind of serenity that's hard to find.  Wake to misty mountain sunrises, listen to birdsong echoing through the trees, watch soft snowfalls transform the landscape into something out of a storybook complete with modern off-grid capability in one unforgettable package!

For inspections or any queries, contact Cathy Walton anytime, on 0400 220 355!