PASSIVE heating and cooling, hi-tech solar systems, and a chook run - is this the most eco-friendly property on the Orange market today?
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Designed by Nicholas Graham and Associates and built in 2006, 472 The Escort Way is situated only a few minutes from the CBD, and will be auctioned in the coming weeks.
This architectural masterpiece was built with the concept of sustainable living front and centre. The home is designed for passive heating and cooling, with double-glazed windows complete with argon-filled, low E film on all windows and doors.
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There is zoned in-slab heating, and a large evaporative cooler attached to the main living area, together with a slow combustion fireplace and ceiling fans. There is also a 4.6kw photovoltaic solar system, as well as solar hot water.
The home is light filled and accommodates three good-sized bedrooms with built-ins, two bathrooms, a home office, high-spec kitchen flowing to a north-facing living and dining room, and surrounded by a wrap-around deck.
Two outdoor living spaces can be accessed via the central living area and enjoy elevated views through the gardens to a brilliant rural vista.
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Beautiful and bountiful landscaped gardens play host to a wide variety of plants that provide splendour and abundant produce all year round.
There are multiple terraced vegetable garden beds, a potting shed with attached secure chook run, and a rabbit-proof fence. The property is well watered, with over 100,000 litres of capacity for tank water.
The large, remote-entry garage is complete with large cupboards and shelves for storage, and is attached to the residence with a covered walkway and Bluestone rock wall.
Adjoining this stunning walkway is the front lawn with in-ground sprinkler system.
There is another spacious building adjoining the circular drive that features a studio, kitchenette, hobby room, bathroom and workshop, and is equipped with a split-system for heating and cooling.
There is town water available when required and garbage collection.
The property is offered by LJ Hooker's Alistair Miller, and will be auctioned.
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