Combine the dream of lifestyle that provides for self-sufficiency, sustainable living in an eco-friendly environment, over 11 acres with a balance of natural bush and open space with amazing far-reaching views that take in the Yarra Valley, the Dandenongs and on a clear day all the way to Melbourne and Port Phillip Bay. So much thought and planning has gone into this house to create a practical and versatile home that is in keeping with the natural environment that surrounds it. Designed to suit the modern-day family with the large living areas positioned to make the most of the northerly aspect, soaring ceilings, a beautifully renovated kitchen with stone bench tops, a fabulous Smeg stove plus an integrated dishwasher, 4 bedrooms, stunning polished concrete floors and finally a spiral staircase to the upstairs guest bedroom which has its own balcony to take in the vista. On the practical side, this energy efficient house is powered by solar panels and a 48V battery system, with backup connection to the grid. Add to this double-glazed windows, a gas fired hydronic heating system throughout, a Nectre wood heater, 6 water tanks, a solar thermal HWS with an electricity backup, an automatic fire sprinkler system and its own fire bunker. The productive orchard is fully fenced, the veggie garden provides beautiful fresh produce and the chickens are responsible for the eggs. The practicality of this property is further enhanced with secure fencing around approx. 1 acre surrounding the house with an electric entry gate making is just perfect for the family pets and children to run free. Walk just a little way along the path through the natural bush corridor to where you will discover another open space that could suit a number of endeavours that you may have in mind. Can you believe all this is just a short drive into the vibrant township of Healesville and the stunning wineries and distilleries of the Yarra Valley while tucked away on a mountain top surrounded by bird and animal life and a rain forest? Almost unimaginable, yet here it is!