36 Bushland Close, Tolmie VIC 3723

Set across nine acres, this remarkable rammed earth and solid timber home feels entirely connected to its natural surroundings. Designed by respected architect Simon Thornton, it is a home of warmth, texture and quiet sophistication, created to capture the changing light, expansive views and character of the landscape. The architecture is both striking and deeply practical. Substantial 300mm rammed earth walls provide excellent thermal mass, while rough-sawn timbers, tactile finishes and warm natural tones give the interiors an inviting, grounded quality. Every element feels considered, yet the home remains wonderfully comfortable and easy to live in. Generous open-plan living spaces are framed by walls of double-glazed windows, drawing in abundant natural light and revealing an extraordinary 250-degree outlook across the valley to the distant mountain ranges. Whether it is the softness of the morning light, the colours of sunset or the changing seasons beyond the glass, the landscape is always part of the experience. The inground magnesium pool brings another layer to the lifestyle, offering a private place to cool off, unwind and enjoy long summer afternoons at home. Surrounded by the openness of the acreage and expansive country views, it is a standout feature for entertaining, relaxing or simply making the most of warmer weather. Separate from the house, a raised deck creates a little sanctuary of its own. It is the kind of spot where a morning coffee becomes a slower start to the day, or where you can roll out a swag as evening falls and settle in for a night beneath the stars. Designed around solar-passive principles, the home also features R7.0 ceiling insulation, R2.5 wall insulation, a 2kW solar system and solar hot water, helping maintain comfort throughout the year. Wireless NBN provides the connection needed for working from home while enjoying a genuinely private rural setting. Hundreds of acres of state parkland adjoin two boundaries, with a bushland reserve along a third, creating an impressive sense of space and seclusion. Yet Mansfield’s shops, cafés and services are only 15 minutes away. The property is well equipped for a more self-sufficient way of living, with 160,000 litres of rainwater storage connected to garden irrigation, a fully netted orchard and a productive vegetable garden. A powered 9m x 6m steel shed and workshop with a concrete floor provides excellent space for storage, equipment or projects. Privately positioned at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this is a distinctive architectural home offering space, sustainability and an incredible outlook. It is a property that deserves to be experienced in person.