On top of the world: Soak up the views from this energy-efficient Hindmarsh Valley stunner
135 Braeburn Road, Hindmarsh Valley
If you're looking for a patch of rural paradise in which to live happily off the grid, Kildjeri might tick most of your boxes.
Set on almost 14ha of grass and bushland – and offering sensational views to the coast – the Hindmarsh Valley home has been designed by vendors Carolyn Mathews and Neil Kandelaars to be as energy-efficient as possible.
"It's a sensational place to live in," Dr Mathews says of the Braeburn Road home that was completed in 2008. "It's completely self-sufficient – everything is managed on-site. That appeals to some people and maybe not others … but we think it's a great feature. We haven't had a power or a water bill in 10 years."
Key features of the property include its 3.4kW solar system and 6.5kW back-up generator, while drinking water is provided by a 90,000L underground concrete tank and three above-ground 20,000L tanks.
"There is also an established orchard, a vegetable garden, a chicken run – and an abundance of native wildlife.
Dr Mathews says the property has been sited in such a way to make the most of the winter sun, with double glazing to help maintain a comfortable temperature year-round. "And while there is a combustion heater and plenty of wood from the property, we do have LPG back-up for gas space heating and gas cooking."
The home's modern kitchen – complete with Caesarstone benchtops, polished concrete floors and beautiful cabinetry – adds to its overall appeal while the master bedroom and ensuite bathroom take in the stunning rural and ocean views. A deck and sheltered outdoor area help make entertaining easy.
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Dr Mathews says the property – which does have full internet connectivity – is ideally located. "We are 20 minutes from Victor Harbor, 20 minutes from Port Elliot and one hour from Adelaide but we've got a view of the coast from Port Elliot to Waitpinga."
She says while there are mixed feelings, the couple are ready to move on. "It's been great, but just for us we feel like it's now time for a change. Over time we've become very grounded in the property and that's part of its appeal. The changing seasons here are just beautiful."
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