518 Mount Back Road

Step into a lifestyle where nature, artistry, and self-sufficiency converge-this is not just a home; it's a vision fully realized. Tucked away behind the historic slopes of Mount Tarrengower and bordered by National Park, this extraordinary 120-acre ( approx) retreat offers unparalleled privacy, timeless craftsmanship, and awe-inspiring vistas that make you feel as though you own the horizon. Framed by ancient stories and Goldfields history, this property is one of the rarest lifestyle holdings in the region. The Home Created with amazing thought in 2015 and lovingly enhanced since, this architecturally designed strawbale residence boasts extraordinary thermal efficiency and bold artistic expression. Rendered in vibrant oxides-a tribute to the builder's eclectic spirit-the interior exudes warmth, creativity, and comfort. Towering 3.6 to 4m ceilings throughout, including a stunning sunken lounge/pool table area 10 French doors with extra-thick glazing invite light and landscape into every room Wood fire heating using timber from your own forest A commercial-grade Mitsubishi reverse cycle system (installed Dec 2018) for year-round comfort Wrap-around 3m wide veranda (added 2019) made from South Pacific Teak, now gracefully greying in preparation for its first oiling Sustainability & Self-Sufficiency This property was crafted with the future in mind-environmentally conscious and economically savvy. 150,000 litres of water storage, including an additional 110,000L tank installed in 2019 6.6kW solar system (installed early 2019), offsetting nearly all electricity use-around $100/year on current tariffs Mains power also connected so the choice of how you use it is up to you! Strawbale construction ensures superior insulation and drastically reduces energy needs No water bills, no body corporate, and no Natures Trust or title restrictions Infrastructure & Extras 12m x 8m Colorbond shed with concrete flooring, water, power, and two roller doors Cleared surrounds, relocated tanks, and updated infrastructure to showcase panoramic views from every room Property access through the National Park, yet just minutes from the heart of the Goldfields Tourism region A Landscape Rich in Story: This land has soul. Once surveyed by Major Mitchell and originally earmarked for the Maldon township, Tarrengower is steeped in goldrush legend and Indigenous mythology. Mount Tarrengower itself, a former volcano, is said in lore to have stood in mighty rivalry with Mount Franklin. Here, you are surrounded by natural beauty, native flora and fauna, and walking tracks that stretch endlessly-whether you wander your own vast acreage or step directly into the National Park next door. The View This is the clincher-the view. A sweeping, cinematic outlook over distant mountain ranges. Not a powerline, not a neighbor, not a trace of the frantic world beyond. Just space. Just silence. Just yours. 518 Mount Back Road, Tarrengower is a once-in-a-lifetime offering for those who value self-reliance, artistic integrity, and total immersion in nature. Whether as a retreat, a forever home, or a legacy property for future generations-this is a place to breathe, create, and live freely. Inspections by private appointment only. Prepare to fall in love.