Solar Passive Home in the Valley Designed by Canberra architect, Nino Bellantonio, this solar passive home is set on 1.07 HA (2.64 acres approx.) and is surrounded by neighbouring grazing land and established orchards. Set back off the road in a private setting, this striking home offers spectacular mountain vistas through soaring windows. Located in the beautiful Araluen Valley, 26km* from the historic township of Braidwood, this property is a must see for those buyers looking for a special getaway. THE HOUSE was built in 1995* and offers all the benefits of a solar passive style home and features north facing open plan lounge room and dining area with impressive views out towards the mountain ranges. There is a galley style eat in kitchen with pastry marble bench and timber bench tops. There are two generous bedrooms, one downstairs and the other upstairs; the upstairs room could be split into two rooms if needed. In addition, there is a container style home office/ guest room situated within arm's reach of the home surrounded by fruit trees; a lovely spot to work. THE LAND is a level 1.07 HA* or 2.64 acres* with an established assortment of fruit trees and an olive grove. See list below. There is a shade house to get your seedlings started, veggie patch, chook pen and ample room for a handful of sheep or even a pony. The soil in Araluen is well known for its growing qualities. THE SHED was once used as a packing shed for peaches produced on the property. The shed has a concrete slab and power and is 8.3mx13.2m* with a mezzanine level. Total size is 108sqm (approx.). OTHER FEATURES include a northern orientation and a large second roof together make for a true solar passive design. Changes in the sun's angle produce warm house / cool house outcomes across winter and summer, permanent water via a well with pump, 5kw* of solar panels (5* years old) and mains power, ample cupboard storage on the west walls under the tandem carport, gas cooking, rainwater tanks, septic system, very good mobile reception and internet reception and school bus at the front gate to Braidwood. Some of the fruit trees include lemons, oranges, mandarins and cumquats, a variety of plum trees, apples and persimmon, fig, quince, pears and olives, peaches, apricots and walnuts. A jam makers delight! Available to view by private inspection, phone Braidwood's premium agency on 02 4842 1029