59 Cusack Road

Tucked into 5.16 acres (approx) of private bushland, this is a property that asks nothing of the grid and gives everything in return. Thoughtfully designed for off-grid living, this is a find for those seeking a genuine rural retreat with the infrastructure already in place, just four minutes from Newstead and thirteen from Castlemaine. Self-sufficiency here isn't an aspiration; it's the architecture. A dual solar power setup, a 12-volt system for lighting and low-energy use paired with a battery-inverted 240-volt system for household power, keeps the lights on and life running smoothly. Rainwater collected from the verandah and carport roofing feeds interconnected tanks, distributed via a gravity-fed header tank with an electric pump to boost pressure as needed. A separate gravity-fed tank services the garden, with a dedicated supply to the enclosed vegetable and produce garden. Waste is handled via on-site septic, with greywater dispersed naturally through surrounding vegetation. For peace of mind in a bush setting, the fire safety infrastructure is well considered: a fire pump connected to a large concrete water tank, a perimeter sprinkler system, and a high-pressure hose on hand. Inside, the home wraps you in warmth. Timber-clad internal walls rise to a high, pitched timber ceiling spanning the open-plan living, kitchen, dining and loft area. Slate flooring grounds the living spaces and bathroom in an earthy texture. The solid wood heater anchors the main living room, with double doors opening to a sunroom that spills light across the space. The kitchen is well-equipped for off-grid cooking: an IXL wood stove with an internal hot water jacket, plus a freestanding cooktop with oven. Gas runs throughout via LPG, lighting, hot water, refrigeration and heating via bayonet connection, making energy choices flexible and resilient. Two bedrooms offer comfortable accommodation: the main with a walk-in robe, the second a loft accessed by stairs, full of character and a natural favourite for guests or a creative space. The bathroom features a shower over bath, vanity and toilet, with the laundry offering external access. Set amid private bushland with a large dam, the 5.16 acres (approx) provide the kind of quiet that is increasingly hard to find. A 6m x 6m carport, a 12m x 4m garage, and an additional shed offer excellent storage and workshop potential. Green Gully sits within easy reach of the Mount Alexander Shire's most loved towns, with Newstead's café, pub and community just four minutes away and Castlemaine's vibrant arts scene, schools, supermarkets and rail connection only thirteen minutes down the road. This property is for the one who wants to slow down, step off the grid, and step into something special.