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It was East Coast versus West Coast at the auction of 2/21 Walls Creek Road East, Goobarragandra, NSW, on the weekend, as a couple from Sydney and a couple from Perth battled it out for ownership of the extraordinary property known as the ‘Earth House’.In the end, a Sydney couple looking for a ‘weekender’ claimed ownership, purchasing the off-the-grid property near Tumut, NSW, for $2.15 million.<img alt="2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-2720-93633-image-0-20240_c10eETK-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-.width-800.jpg" width="800">Featured on Foxtel’s Grand Designs, the house was built into the side of a hill at Goobarragandra by Canberra couple Trevor and Jeanette Robinson. The home’s sustainable features and breathtaking design – the roof is made of earth and grass – drew “phenomenal interest” in the marketing of the property according to sales agent Jane Macken.“It was the most interest I’ve had in a property ever,” Jane says.“It came from right across Australia. More than 60,000 people viewed the listing, which resulted in more than 200 enquiries.”<img alt="2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-2720-93633-image-0-20240_EQOPlMQ-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-.width-800_7l32C1i.jpg" width="800">In the end though, it came down to a couple from Perth who had seen the home on Grand Designs and viewed it via FaceTime, and a couple from Sydney who’d driven to Goobarragandra to inspect it twice. Bidding started at $1.95 million, with the Sydney couple claiming ownership at $2.15 million.LJ Hooker agent Andy Greenberger scored the Earth House listing after previously selling a Rivett property owned by Trevor and Jeanette Robinson. He pulled Jane Macken in on the listing for her NSW selling expertise.“We’ve spent almost every weekend out at the house, showing people through,” Jane says.“It was hard work, but the result is just outstanding.”<img alt="2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-2720-93633-image-0-20240_GRR0Hnf-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-.width-800_snYl1S1.jpg" width="800">According to Jane, the Earth House was designed to be wheelchair-accessible and off-grid, with two water tanks, an off-grid 15 kVA inverter, solar panels and a 30.8 kWh premium lithium battery bank. Its location, carved into the side of a hill, offered views down to the river and beyond, and gave it “ultimate privacy”.The Earth House was sold with all of its custom furnishings.“This is the kind of home you will never see again,” Jane says.“Every inclusion is top-notch. There are polished concrete floors all the way through and it flows really well.<img alt="2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-2720-93633-image-0-20240_JMzulhb-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-.width-800_apVaWIP.jpg" width="800">“The kitchen boasts stone bench-tops, a Miele convection oven, a Teppanyaki hot plate, a two burner electric hob, an integrated dishwasher and custom joinery.”The home’s built-in solid timber dining table was a highlight for those who inspected the property, along with the home’s floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows.In addition to the main house, the property boasts a bedsit with kitchenette, accessible bathroom, double carport and a garage with a mezzanine level.

Sydney couple buy the 'Earth House' near Tumut as a weekender

The spectacular ‘Earth House’ that featured on television’s Grand Designs (and may have one of the best bathrooms in Australia) is on the market in the beautiful Goobarragandra Valley southeast of Tumut.<div>
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Built by a couple with a fine eye for sustainability and design excellence, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-2720-93633/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2/21 Walls Creek Road East</a> is a sleek contemporary build with superbly detailed features, maximising both ease of access and a breathtaking view through mountain valleys.<a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/lj-hooker-weston-creek/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LJ Hooker Woden/Weston</a> director and franchisee <a href="/agents/jane-kusetic/">Jane Macken</a> describes the result as little short of incredible.“The home is cleverly built into the side of a hill, so it is temperature controlled,” she says.“This not only provides a never-before-seen outlook but also minimises the home’s footprint on the earth. The owners wanted to maximise the surrounding space and have an opportunity to enjoy everything that’s on offer,” Jane says.Designed to be wheelchair-accessible, the home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and comes fully furnished.“This is a kind of home you will never see again.”“Every inclusion is top-notch,” Jane says.<img alt="038_Open2view_ID848510-2_21_Walls_Creek_Road_East" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/038_Open2view_ID848510-2_21_Walls_Creek_Road_E.width-800.jpg" width="800">The home is off-grid with a tiled stone faux water vapour two-way fireplace.“There are polished concrete floors all the way through and it flows really well,” Jane says.The kitchen boasts stone bench-tops, a Miele convection oven, a Teppanyaki hot plate, a two burner electric hob, an integrated dishwasher and custom joinery.A built-in solid timber dining table will become a favoured space for eating meals or hosting friends and family.Floor-to-ceiling double-glazed windows on the home’s northern side give easy access to the rolling hills, sensational views, and 500 metres of river frontage.<img alt="028_Open2view_ID848510-2_21_Walls_Creek_Road_East" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/028_Open2view_ID848510-2_21_Walls_Creek_Road_E.width-800.jpg" width="800">In addition to the main house, the property boasts a bedsit with kitchenette, accessible bathroom, double carport and a garage with a mezzanine level.“There’s also another shed being built using original tin from a 100-year-old wool shed, so there is plenty of room.”The satellite internet and nearby small cell mobile tower give easy access to the world beyond this rural retreat, while a 14 kVa diesel generator is on hand to provide backup power.The property was designed with a focus on sustainability. It features two water tanks (92,000 and 6000 litres), an off-grid 15 kVA inverter, solar panels and a 30.8 kWh premium lithium battery bank.<img alt="054_Open2view_ID848510-2_21_Walls_Creek_Road_East" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/054_Open2view_ID848510-2_21_Walls_Creek_Road_E.width-800.jpg" width="800">Jane says the Goobarragandra home is understandably renowned for its incredible views, yet you’ll be just 20 minutes from Tumut.“You’ve got all the amenities you need, but the property is beautifully private.”Jane says the home would be the perfect (and perfectly stylish) home base for a family or individual looking to put down roots in the stunning Australian countryside.“It would be someone who enjoys the openness of Goobarragandra, with its beautiful hills,” she says.“They’re busy and just want to relax while watching the kangaroos and maybe having a fish.”2/21 Walls Creek Road, Goobragandra NSW will go to auction on Saturday, 17 February 2024 at LJ Hooker Woden/Weston | 5-7 Townshend Street, Phillip, ACT, 2606.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-21-walls-creek-road-east-goobarragandra-nsw-2720-93633/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/earth-house-in-the-stunning-goobarragandra-valley-is-an-unforgettable-grand-design/737530" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT</a>

The unforgettable 'Earth House' from Grand Designs Australia hits the market

If you&#x27;re thinking about a move away from the city and into the country in 2023, these women have some sage advice about the benefits and challenges of doing so.<h2 data-block-key="fg7oo">Melanie Greenhalgh, Sutton NSW</h2><img alt="Mel Greenhalgh" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1200" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Mel_Greenhalgh.width-800.jpg" width="800">Melanie moved to Sutton in 2006 and lives with her husband, two teenagers, a dog, a cat, and loads of kangaroos, rabbits and ducks.<h3 data-block-key="bket1">Pros of living in Sutton</h3>It&#x27;s country living with all the amenity of city convenience for both kids and adults, like education, sports, hospitals, medical, shopping, cafes and entertainment. The stars are so bright and clear at night because there are no street lights - it makes you realise you&#x27;re but a tiny part of a massive universe!<h3 data-block-key="1m999">The cons</h3>Postal deliveries take longer to arrive. And friends always need a designated driver when they come for dinner and drinks.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=sale&amp;address_suburb=Sutton,%202620,%20NSW&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=price&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View properties for sale in and around Sutton, NSW</a><h2 data-block-key="12tl0">Lauren McGregor, Yass</h2><img alt="FamilyPhotos_Dec2021_WebRes-9754.JPG" class="richtext-image full-width" height="1199" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/FamilyPhotos_Dec2021_WebRes-9754.width-800.jpg" width="800">Lauren moved to Yass in 2015 and lives with her husband, her 20-month-old son, seven dogs and two horses. She moved to Yass because she &quot;wanted more space. After 12 months of living on 234sqm in Gungahlin, we couldn’t do it anymore.&quot;<h3 data-block-key="eg8gq">The pros of living in Yass</h3>Equal parts the space (we’re on 10 acres and it’s our peaceful piece of the world) and the community. Everyone smiles at you as you walk down the street and it’s so easy to make friends. Also - I can sunbake naked in my backyard and no-one can see me, so no tan lines!<h3 data-block-key="54jpc">The cons</h3>If you’d asked me that even 12 months ago I would have said the need for versus the lack of big amenity, but that’s changing and at a rapid pace. There are so many new businesses set to open their doors across the Yass Valley in 2023, including a new gym, Indian restaurant, Two Before 10 cafe and I am so excited about it.Honestly, I think by the end of next year, it will most definitely be possible for families to only have to travel across the border one a month (or in my case once a fortnight) to get their Westfield hit and that’s about it.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_suburb=Yass,%202582,%20NSW&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=price&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View properties for sale in and around Yass, NSW</a><h2 data-block-key="5ebjs">Lindsay Anderson, Tumut NSW</h2><img alt="Lindsay family" class="richtext-image full-width" height="571" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Lindsay_family.width-800.jpg" width="800">Lindsay moved to Tumut in 2020 and lives with her partner, three children and two dogs. She moved to Tumut because &quot;my partner Trent was born and bred in the Tumut region and we wanted to try small town living instead of the hustle and bustle of the capital city.&quot;<h3 data-block-key="brudn">The pros of living in Tumut</h3>So many! For me, it&#x27;s the people. The strong sense of community: they mourn together and celebrate together. Nothing is too much trouble, it&#x27;s laid back and when we arrived, everyone made us feel so welcome. Our kids have thrived and made some really good friends through school and sporting clubs.<h3 data-block-key="8cidn">The cons</h3>Not many. I don&#x27;t miss malls at all! I did, however, sit in the Khub (it&#x27;s a tiny version of Kmart) carpark when we first moved here, bawling my eyes out because they didn&#x27;t sell any decent work-worthy shoes (which I needed to start my new job the next day!)<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/search/?listing_type=buy&amp;address_region=Tumut&amp;surrounding=true&amp;order_by=price&amp;property_status_groups=current,underOffer,includePrivate&amp;page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View properties for sale in the Tumut, NSW, region</a>

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Sydney couple buy the 'Earth House' near Tumut as a weekender

The unforgettable 'Earth House' from Grand Designs Australia hits the market

Three former Canberrans on their decision to move to country NSW