WELCOME TO PINNACLES OF LORNE ... An enviable property with an elevated position offering breathtaking panoramic views over the Lorne Valley, mountain ranges and Comboyne Mountain. As you drive through the classic timber gates you will discover a beautiful lifestyle property that will, quite simply, make you exhale, breathe deep and smile—you won’t be able to help yourself! Pinnacles has only had 3 owners in its 80 year history and the property comprises 110 acres (44.5 hectares) with approximately 50% cleared and pastured and the balance being temperate forest with pockets of subtropical rainforest. Located half way between the regional townships of Taree (40 minutes drive south) and Port Macquarie (40 minutes drive north), and an easy 4 hours drive south to Sydney, Pinnacles is ideally suited for a tree-change lifestyle. However, within 30 minutes drive you can be swimming at some of the best beaches on the Mid North Coast.
THE HOMESTEAD ... The current owners have lovingly continued updating and renovating the 4 bedroom federation style homestead whilst being sensitive to maintain its rustic charm of yesteryear. The main house gardens were originally planted by the first owner back in the early fifties, whose love of camellias, azaleas and fruit trees adorn the house grounds which have been opened to various local garden clubs over the years. In fact, the original owner catalogued many of his plantings which he gave to the current owners on one of his many visits to view his beloved camellias prior to his passing at age 100 just a few months’ ago. The current owners have added pathways connecting these garden rooms to bring energy back into the garden whilst adding places to sit so as to enjoy a tranquil meditation with nature. The 5 bay Colorbond shed is big enough to house all the toys and consists of 2 lockable closed bays, 2 open bays and a studio that could potentially be a self-contained granny flat with room for a bathroom at the rear. There are 6 paddocks dispersed between bushland and temperate rainforests with 5 dams in total—perfect for grazing a few head of cattle.
THE OWNER’S REFLECT … The spectacular views are why we named the property “Pinnacles”. The north westerly views are breathtaking from many vantage points along the length of the property and perfect to sit and enjoy a picnic or bottle of wine. We regularly pinch ourselves at how lucky we are to be caretakers of this piece of paradise. The morning mist rising up from the valley, the 180 degree sunset vistas, the butcher birds singing, kookaburras laughing and the wallabies grazing—it all encapsulates peace and tranquillity. Entertaining is frequent with a great chef’s kitchen, fresh eggs from the chooks and organic fruit and veggies from the garden, and a variety of entertaining zones to relax and enjoy with family and friends. Pinnacles has truly been an absolute pleasure to have called our home and we know that the new owners will love it as much as us.
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Pinnacles 589 Stewarts River Road Lorne NSW 2439 Council Rates (2016-17): $2,147.94 Local Land Services Rates (2016): $89.32
RESIDENCE CONSTRUCTION: Weatherboard with Zincalume roof Gutterguard on all gutters 100mm thick insulation in ceiling ENTRY FOYER: Cypress timber flooring Skillion ceiling with feature lead light above door & alcove Rolla blinds COMBINED LOUNGE & DINING: Cypress timber flooring 9.5ft ceiling to lounge with skillion ceiling to dining Reverse cycle air conditioning Slow combustion fire place (Masport) Floor to ceiling block out curtains Double sliding doors opening onto a massive 7.65m x 4.15m entertaining deck Panoramic views of Comboyne Mountain & ranges KITCHEN (Renovated 2014): Panoramic views from picture window with louvre wings to control air flow Bi-fold servery window to alfresco area Cypress timber flooring 9.5ft ceiling 40mm Caesarstone bench tops Soft close under bench drawers Corner pot cupboard, 2 tier lazy susan Overhead 1200mm tall cupboards Huge walk-in pantry with floor to ceiling shelving GLEM 1000mm 5 gas burner cook top with double oven—600mm fan force electric & gas plus 400mm oven with rotisserie GLEM canopy range hood SMEG integrated dishwasher Porcelain double butler’s sink Tiled splashback with feature above cook top Microwave cupboard with soft close drawers and overhead cupboard MASTER BEDROOM: French doors opening onto front deck 9.5ft ceiling Carpet Ceiling fan & light Rolla blinds & sheer curtains 2 x 2 door teak wardrobes BEDROOM 2: Carpet 9.5ft ceiling
BEDROOOM 3: Original kitchen hearth decommissioned to decorative fireplace 9.5ft ceiling Panoramic views Ceiling fan & light 2 x pendant lights Carpet
COURTYARD— 3.7m x 3.7m paved outdoor area in the cool of the mango tree Possible site for outdoor spa
BEDROOM 4: French doors opening onto front deck Cypress timber flooring Ceiling fan & light 2-door built-in robe with hanging & shelving space Rolla blind & sheer curtains 9.5ft ceiling
STUDIO— Potential for self-contained granny flat 2 pairs of French doors to large verandah Floating laminate timber floor Ceiling fan & light Feature pendant light Feature dado wall using the original roofing from the old shed Internal access to garage Mezzanine storage loft over studio Paved deck with awning External double power point External wall lights (x2) and flood light
BATHROOM (Renovated 2013): Feature floor to ceiling louvre window with outlook to subtropical garden Floor to ceiling tiles Timber vanity with black marble top Timber framed mirror Timber linen base & hutch Semi frameless shower screen Heated towel rail Martec Contour 2 heat bathroom 3 in 1 exhaust LAUNDRY (Renovated 2014): 40mm Caesarstone bench tops Soft close under bench drawers Overhead 1200mm tall cupboards Tiled splashback Tiled flooring Side door to alfresco deck & gazebo OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: MAIN DECK— Massive 7.65m x 4.15m deck with panoramic views over Comboyne Mountain and ranges Cathedral ceiling Timber decking Hardwood top rail with stainless steel balustrade wire railings ALFRESCO DECK— 2.2m x 3.9m north facing deck overlooking gazebo and subtropical gardens Bi-fold servery window to kitchen GAZEBO— 3m x 3m Colorbond roof with marine plywood lining Surrounded by subtropical garden FIRE PIT (the old dairy slab)— Custom designed metal fire pit 4 x bench seats Landscaping with succulents Panoramic views to Comboyne Mountain and ranges
5-BAY RANBUILD COLORBOND SHED: Featuring Zincalume roof with opal fibreglass skylights, air cell roof insulation and ceiling extraction consisting of:
2 x LOCKABLE ENCLOSED BAYS— Parking for 2 vehicles High clearance 2800mm H x 2700mm W Rollmasta doors (lockable) Concrete floor High visibility lighting Power—10amp & 15amp 2 x OPEN BAYS— High visibility lighting Rear door Power—10amp & 15amp HOT WATER (Replaced 2011): 315L Ecosmart Invincible Solar Tank with off peak booster and 3 solar collectors installed on roof GROUNDS & EXTERNAL: Feature post & rail front fence and double gates including rustic milk churn letterbox Fully fenced house yard Gravel drive with circular drive up to house Landscaped gardens divided into many garden rooms 12v driveway and garden lighting 45kg LPG gas cylinder (rental) to operate stove & oven 22,500L Rapid Plas main water supply tank to house with 70L ‘First Flush’ system Puretec 2 stage water purification filter system to house Stainless steel Flotec multistage jet pump Additional 3 water tanks—1 x 3,500L (outside kitchen), 1 x 5,500L (outside studio with pump), 1 x 22,500L (southern side of shed) Fire pump with underground hosing piped to house and shed from main dam
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INCLUSIONS (Cont)
SURROUNDS—Kendall, Kew, Laurieton, Port Macquarie
GROUNDS & EXTERNAL (Cont): 5 dams on property Caravan storage on southern side of shed Fully fenced chook yard & shed Fully fenced vegetable garden with 7 vegetable beds, olive tree, pineapple, strawberry guava, chillies and roses Bird-proof covered Berry patch—consisting of blueberry bushes and strawberries 3,000L septic tank with 4 evapotranspiration trenches (replaced in 2010)
MEDICAL FACILITIES Numerous medical facilities located within 30 mins drive Port Base Hospital, Port Macquarie (40 mins) SCHOOLS School bus stop 5-7 mins walk north to Nielsens Lane for bus to local schools—Kendall Public School, St Josephs Primary School and Camden Haven High School SHOPPING Woolworths & Specialty Stores, Lakewood (20 mins) Coles & Specialty Stores, Laurieton (30 mins) Monthly Riverwalk Markets, Laurieton (30 mins)
CAFES & RESTUARANTS Various cafes, clubs, pubs & restaurants within 15 mins drive TRANSPORTATION Port Macquarie Regional Airport (40 mins drive) with direct links to Sydney & Brisbane via Qantas Link & Virgin The A1 (Pacific Highway) is 15 mins drive with an easy 4 hours drive to Sydney & 2.5 hours to Newcastle OTHER FACILITIES Within a 30 mins drive—Library, twin cinemas, public swimming pools, tennis courts, sporting fields, riverside walkways and more
PICTURE ON LEFT: Middle Brother National Park. Photo: John Spencer, NSW Government