888 Forktree Road Carrickalinga SA 5204
$1.795m - $1.95m

DESCRIPTION

At a fork in the road? You have the opportunity to choose a path toward unparalleled serenity and sustainability. This sprawling 8 acre property, nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Fleurieu Peninsula, offers more than just a home, it offers an experience, a way of life that celebrates nature.

Set below a road that will beeline you to the beach within a 2-minute drive, the most captivating features of this property is its breath taking views of St Vincents Gulf, from a home that blends into the rolling hills, with 4 bedrooms/one study, a 12m x 12m high roof powered shed, expansive outdoor area and a hidden self-contained off grid studio in amongst the gum trees

It's time to change your perspective. Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat, or a vibrant space for entertaining, this property delivers.
Home;
• Step into a home of considerable scale, versatility and natural light, leading you straight to its open-plan central hub; one of several living zones that face the West so you will never miss a sunset
• The kitchen features black granite benchtops, induction cooktop, dishwasher, ample cupboards with a huge pantry and that view framed window beyond the kitchen sink, doing the dishes the old fashioned way has never looked so good, thanks to the panoramic views
• A spacious dining zone at the end of the kitchen bar, giving you an excuse to throw dinner parties on a whim
• The bay-windowed open living space warms to the crackle of a combustion fireplace and spills effortlessly to its partnering alfresco pavilion
• The second living area can be closed off for those movie marathons and sleepovers featuring external access and plenty of room for recliners, projectors and/or a big screen TV for the gaming enthusiast
• What was once – and could be again – yet another living zone has been converted to a huge bedroom with a cathedral ceiling, custom bed head and arguably the best views from within the home
• If you simply must have an ensuite and walk-in robe, the true master bedroom sits on the opposing wing
• Bedrooms 3 and 4 both have built in robes and ceiling fans
• Work from home? No problem, the home office is ready and waiting
• Take note of the high ceilings, tiled floors and fresh white colour scheme that make the home's interior bright, yet calming
• Enjoy the added perks of copious storage, separate laundry, custom window furnishings, ducted vacuuming, ceiling fans and year-round comfort of two R/C air-conditioning
Outdoors;
• The home is located below street level to shield from easterly winds and provide additional peace and privacy as the property descends toward the sea
• With café blinds and a fully-fledged outdoor stainless-steel kitchen, consider that alfresco pavilion an extension of the internal footprint and every reason to host parties herein
• A covered patio runs along the western side and also features retractable café blinds, leading onto a lawn then a massive timber deck to enjoy your sunset drinks under the open sky
• Featuring a simple kitchen, ensuite bathroom, a quaint ocean-facing deck and complete seclusion in its own corner of the property, that studio will make any city dweller fall in love with off-grid living and the simple things in life
• Own a boat, have a project car, want to store big toys, even have dreams of a home gym or run a small business or all of the above? That huge shed/workshop – features a high clearance roof, with power, concrete floors and a gym zone with rubber flooring
• Additional shedding includes a stable and a custom built wood shed close to the house full to the brim with wood – you'll never run out
• Wish to grow your own veggies you have 6 large raised beds
• A double garage adjoins the main home to top off the copious off-street parking here
• Extensive native landscaping ensures this sparkling property is in the best shape of its life and relatively low in maintenance despite its scale
• Designated paddocks ensure you can keep an alpaca or two
Services;
• 10.925KW solar system & 13KW battery
• Mains electricity
• 6 large rainwater tanks (220KL)
• Septic system (Biocycle)
• Whole house cartridge water filtration system
• SolarHart solar hot water system (302L)
• NBN connected
• Reverse cycle comfort control and combustion fireplace
Location;
• Less than a two-minute drive from Carrickalinga's golden sands, steps from Forktree Brewing and a pause from Normanville's town centre, what feels like a world away is far from it
• 5 minutes' drive (or 20 minutes' walk) to Normanville Beach/Surf Club
• 7 minutes to Lady Bay Golf Club
• 10 minutes to Yankalilla Area School
• 20 minutes to the postcard beautiful Second Valley
• 22 minutes to Aldinga
• 30 minutes to Victor Harbor
• 35 minutes to Mclaren Vale
• 70 minutes to Adelaide's CBD

A special property with an outlook that never gets old and never stays the same, this is the sea change you've been searching for. Come check it out; you're gonna love it!

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