55 Nixon Road

Totness SA 5250

There are stunning views to be had from the 6-bedroom homestead, but climb the rise, and you can just about see Lake Alexandrina in the South-East - it's all part of the rhythm of life in this bucolic spot, cradled between Hahndorf, Mount Barker and the freeway. A rural sanctuary with exciting income potential at the end of a no-through road; let the adventure begin!

With two self-contained guest retreats under the main roof, a large saltwater pool, commercial poultry shed with light and power, and beautiful, cow-grazed pasture with electric fencing and ample water supply, the template is here to launch your country dream.
Home to just one family, the 2004-built, David Hackett homestead is, quite literally, a powerhouse of versatility - resourceful and multi-talented, with a terrific blueprint for extended family and guests. And while not quite off-grid, it's most of the way there with its own plentiful bore-water supply, solar-generated energy and hot water, and a wood burner that is toasty-efficient in heating the main two-storey house in winter.
Infused with those beautiful views and designed with a luxury of space, enjoy the same unfettered freedom, inside as out, with free-ranging formal and family spaces, a timber kitchen with walk-in pantry and a separate home office, bookended by the one and two-bedroom retreats.

The views from the second level are quite something else. Up here, three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, including master with spa ensuite and walk-in robe, look out across Mount Barker and Mt Lofty. Step onto the long balcony to soak it all in!

A place to reconnect with nature, celebrate the change of seasons and entertain in true country style... feast under the vine-covered pergola, swim in the saltwater pool and fish for yabbies in the dam.

And what of life beyond the sanctity of the electric driveway gate? Totness is one of those suburbs nuzzling its way onto the commutable radar. Only 30 minutes to the tollgate, it's extremely 'doable' if you're city-based for work. Nearby Mount Barker and Hahndorf welcome you with gorgeous old pubs and a plethora of eateries, artisan outlets, schools, parks and amenities. And to think... this unique country lifestyle could be yours!

At a glance...

The house:
2004 brick-veneer homestead, built by David Hackett
Back-to-grid solar system (16 panels)
Solar hot water (3 panels)
Premium insulation throughout
Central vacuuming system
Masport slow combustion stove, with exposed flue to heat upper level
2.9m ceilings at ground level
7-car carport
Garden watering system

Retreat 1: bay window sitting area, kitchenette, french doors to main terrace, views of pool, double bedroom with ensuite and walk-in-robe, ducted r/c air conditioning

Retreat 2: kitchenette, 2 double bedrooms, each with walk-in robe & ensuite access to bathroom, split system r/c air conditioner & 2 ceiling fans

The property:
Auto driveway gate with keypad
1983 chicken shed with light & power, adjacent entry gate - useful storage/distribution depot
Unlimited water supply from 180ft bore, feeding 25,000-gal cement tank
Dam
4 main rainwater tanks for house (23,000 gallons)
Fire pump - just in case, but very low risk area
2007 fully fenced, saltwater swimming pool
Continuous electric-fencing for optimal pasture management
Cattle yard & byre
Optional 3 cows for easy maintenance of pasture
4-car garage/tractor shed/workshop & double carport
3-phase power
Power outlets for caravans along driveway
Premium outdoor lighting including pathways & gate
Horse mounting block