Spotted Gum is a beautifully laid out self-sufficient 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home established on 12 acres of native bushland is completely off-grid, gloriously private, and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Lockyer Valley landscape. Located just 10-minutes from Laidley’s town centre, and a further 60-minutes to Brisbane, this unique property presents an entry to the highly sought-after Australian off grid lifestyle paired with luxurious family living and entertaining.
Inside, the home showcases an aesthetic of harmonious simplicity and uninhibited openness. The warmth of the afternoon sun and truly captivating views of the mountains are welcomed into the spacious open-plan deck and living area, creating an unparalleled living experience. The kitchen integrates modern contemporary design and functionality seamlessly, boasting a large country cooker and an extensive open pantry with all the modern appliances.
Outside, there are multiple areas to host family and friends. The undercover deck area is great for entertaining year-round and is connected to a plunge pool and the fire pit area which take full advantage of the properties location and uninterrupted views across the Lockyer Valley.
Access to the property is via a 3km graded dirt road which is accessible by normal 2WD vehicles and is surrounded by native bush land with cleared walking trails and endless mountain bike tracks across the road at Spicers Hidden Vale. Take delight in the abundant bird life and entertain in the evening and watch the sun set behind the hills before enjoying the spectacular night sky by the camp fire.
Laidley is a quiet township which has promoted itself the 'Country Garden of Queensland' because the rich, dark soils which surround the town and support mixed farming, vegetable growing for the Brisbane markets, dairying and cotton.