Privacy, security, freshness and warmth are just some of the ingredients that make this rural retreat one you shouldn’t ignore. 

When it comes to property, it is the little touches that indicate whether a home was designed by an architect or not. 

The cohesion between the indoors and the outdoors, the flow of the home and whether it lasts through every season. 

While some buyers might be put off by the fact this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home is perched on a split block, they needn’t be. 

25A Kula Road, Medowie oozes with space, and, nestled beneath a canopy of tall shady trees, there is no shortage of privacy and tranquility either. 

At the end of a long driveway, reminiscent of country life, sits a welcoming outdoor deck that already hints at the home’s modern, sleek lines, and natural colours and textures. 

North-facing, this is sure to be the spot where you settle in with a book and a glass of wine all year-round. 

“There is a wonderful momentum between the interior and exterior with a series of large French doors opening to forge a lovely connection with the gardens from every principal room bar one,” says Curtis and Blair real estate agent Jane Blair. 

“A beautiful organic materiality feels very much in sync with the landscape, as spotted gum floors and a 3.75m spotted gum island in the kitchen imbues the home with a warm, natural ambience, while 3m ceilings enhance the sense of space.” 

And, you don’t have to worry about the sustainability or security of this five-year-old home, this one-acre property is equipped with an electric gate, a solar passive design, high levels of insulation, rainwater tanks, 21 solar panels, solar hot water and a self-cleaning in-ground pool. 

Remember I mentioned you could pick a home that has been designed by an architect? 

When the months grow cooler the living space in this home is sure to beckon, with its warming fireplace.  

French doors, high ceilings, electric blinds, ducted air-con, fruits trees and a veggie patch, the list of features is impressive. 

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