39a Lawson Parade, Castlemaine, Vic 3450

Part of the unique Murrnong clustered housing development is this architect designed home offering sustainable living opportunity. Murrnong located within walking distance to the centre of Castlemaine and the Secondary College comprises 10 acres with four individually owned 1000sqm house blocks. With shared rainwater, solar systems, vegetable garden, orchard, grey water system, dams and open space this is a unique living environment. With common areas and infrastructure managed by a body corporate, this property will suit those wishing to live as part of a community and reduce their carbon foot print.
Of passive solar design with north facing living, high clerestory windows, constructed of lime rendered straw bale, concrete block and colour bond sheeting to create a delightful living environment. The home offers large open plan living areas, well appointed kitchen with dishwasher and large stainless steel gas stove, second living room/study, three bedrooms, two with lofts, main bathroom with stone bath and vanity, separate composting toilet and adjoining powder room.
With air locks, sustainable building material and recycled timbers and found objects this is a charming family home. Features include, solid fuel heating, gas heating solar hot water, some double glazing, substantial storage, outdoor decking and carport.

**As Featured in ReNew Magazine Issue 113 (available from agent)