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Set on 5 very private acres in Valla, this handcrafted, mudbrick and timber home offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and toilets, open plan living, dining, kitchen, polished timber floors, heated tiles and beautifully high 5m ceilings set on luscious landscaped grounds just 6km from the legendary surfing spot, Valla Beach.

As soon as you exit the quiet cul-d-sac that is Priory Parade and start onto the gravel drive, there is a delightful sense of anticipation of what you will discover, hidden by the landscaped approach. You won't be disappointed as you ascend the wide entry stairs and cross the covered deck to enter through the 100 year old solid maple and glass sliders and step onto the polished (spotted gum) hardwood floors. From here behold the luxurious splendor of a finely handcrafted home that has been a labour of love, with no expense spared. The 3 steps to the next level are crafted from Dorrigo Silver Ash, as is the purpose built bench seat that abutts the heated tiles in the dining area. The walls here are a mixture of mudbrick, timber and strawboard and soar to a majestic 5m mini orb ceiling.

The features abound in this home and the only way you'll fully appreciate them is to come and see them for yourself but for now we'll take a walk around and describe some for you. From the dining area, lets move now to the spacious (5 x 5m) kitchen with polished timer floors, central island bench with composite granite top, with more composite granite from the triple sink to the appliance cupboard, as well as timber bench top, lots of cupboards and drawers, walk in pantry, 5 burner gas cook top, electric oven, dishwasher and slow combustion wood stove and oven. There's also a neat little study/computer nook in the kitchen and from here you pass through another 100 year old timber door for all weather access to the carport.

In the other direction from the central dining area, we come to the living area which can be open to the dining or closed with another magnificent set of solid maple sliders. The dining, living, and kitchen all enjoy a northerly aspect with lots of louvres for excellent cross flow ventilation and lovely big sliders onto the back deck. The spacious laundry is adjacent, with lots of bench and cupboard space (also accessed from the hallway linen cupboard) and of course, direct access to the back deck and yard.

From the living area, ascend the timer staircase to the master bedroom suite (5 x 3.5m) with more handcrafted Dorrigo Silver Ash features, lots of cupboard and built in robe space, and a neat little ensuite with large shower, hand basin and composting toilet.

Now come with me to where it all began. Affectionately known as "the little house" this section of the house was built first and lived in while the rest of the house was crafted. Connected yet separated by decks and breezeways, "the little house" provides a 4th bedroom (4 x 4m) complete with loft and built in robe, a 2nd living room (4 x 4m), 3rd bathroom and separate composting toilet. Ideal as guest or "granny" accommodation it is flanked by covered verandah and deck on 3 sides and also features timber doors, window and floors with lovely high ceilings and features stained glass windows by local artisan Guy Crossley.

Outside, the landscaped grounds are magnificent with lots of flat lawns, a fantastic cubby house with adjoining play area, plenty of food and fruit trees, an extensive veggie garden with 11 separate garden beds and a substantial chook shed and run. The house yard is fully fenced, so is ideal for kids or pets and there's more than enough room beyond there for the famous family footy or cricket matches.

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Set off with extensive landscaping, sandstone feature walls, steps and water features, this perfectly private paradise just invites you to stay… and stay… and stay…!. The "wobbly board" cladding is another unique feature of this handcrafted house and there really is more but you will just have to come and see for yourself.

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In this magnificent location just 6km from Valla Beach, 15.7km from Nambucca (shops, cinema, fishing, etc) 32.5km from Bellingen (boutique's, cafes, art and culture, etc) and 43kms from Coffs Harbour (major retail, and industrial centre, airport, etc) this is a truly special property offered to the market for the very first time.

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