Large Modern House in a Stunning Rural Setting

Enjoy spectacular views from our beautiful, architecturally designed solar-passive home, situated on a 500-acre property near the village of O'Connell - just three hours’ drive west of Sydney. The main wing of the house, adjoined by a second 4-bedroom wing, includes the master bedroom, a large kitchen and open plan living space. We've also got a levelled outdoor area next to the house suitable for marquees, which makes our farm a perfect site for country weddings and other functions. You are welcome to explore the farm - if you're feeling energetic it is a 3km walk down to the edge of Ben Chifley Dam - a great spot for a swim if you are ok with a few reeds! Whilst our parents Kate and Bruce normally live at the property, they will not be present during your stay. Depending on your preferences, we can arrange to meet you at the beginning of your stay to welcome you to the property. Ours is a working farm producing grass fed beef cattle in an environmentally sustainable system which includes conservation of an endangered box gum woodland. Situated in the historic Bathurst district, there are lovely old villages nearby, including our local O'Connell (which had a delightful cafe and pub) and Tarana (which has a pub, cafe and monthly Farmers Market and great views from the Evans Crown walk). PLEASE NOTE: A car is essential for visitors to our farm – the road up to our house is a rocky gravel country road. Four-wheel drive is not necessary, however cars with low-clearance will need to drive slowly and use caution. The property is 20 minutes’ drive from Bathurst, where there is limited public transport. In rural Australia, bush flies mean that you need fly repellant in spring and summer when walking and that screen doors need to be kept closed at all times. We do our best to make sure the house is free of flies and other harmless but annoying creepy crawlies - but this house is in a woodland setting and they do make their way back in from time to time. You may come across the occasional totally harmless spider - something to consider if you are spider phobic.