Contemporary eco house with plunge pool overlooking the rainforest

Our property is in an 80 acre wildlife sanctuary on the edge of the rainforest in the Byron hinterland. Wallabies graze the lawn and the bird & cicada chorus at dawn/dusk is just magical.

We spent 3 years slowly getting to know the site before building our dream home in 2008. The house is a strawbale, stone and glass building, with solar (and mains) power, solar hotwater, a greywater reedbed, compost toilet, and 50,000 litres of roof catchment drinking water. A stunning solar heated plunge pool, and outdoor bathroom, expansive views across the rainforest. Eat from our plentiful vegetable garden and fruit orchards. Eat honey from our bees.

The house has an open airy contemporary design feel. It has been profiled in many noteable magazines/newspapers. The outdoor bathroom was named 'Australias most beautiful bathroom' by Home Beautiful Magazine in 2010.

We have an expansive library, projection screen (and streaming access) and music....but mostly staying here is about emersing yourself in nature. It would best suit a couple, but we are open to small family stays as long as the space and quiet is honoured. Cot available for babies/toddlers.

Mostly staying here is about immersing yourself in nature...kicking back and tickling the silence.

Byron Bay became a popular holiday destination in the 70's focusing on a laid back beachside surf scene, and alternative culture. The last 40 years has seen Byron itself grown into more of a family holiday destination with outstanding beaches, cafes, restaurants and water based activities.

Mostly, 'the locals' live in the outlying areas (the hinterland) which buzzes with creativity, and with the spirit of Australia at its core, has attracted residents from all over the world. Our home is just outside a small village called Goonengerry right in the heart of the hinterland. Goonengerry is 5 mins from Federal and the fabulous Doma cafe and 30 mins from Byron Bay, where the rolling 'Mr Men' hills meet the wilderness of the rainforest. The famous Minyon Falls are also just 5 mins down the road, and there is easy access to Lismore, Mullumbimby and the rest of the Rainbow Region.

Internal flights available within Australia from all major cities with Jetstar and VirginBlue to Ballina/Byron airport (40 mins from us), Coolangatta airport (1 hr from us), and international flights into Brisbane airport (2.5 hrs from us). If you are looking for some serious R&R, with access to stunning countryside, village crafts and markets, and tasty local organic produce then this is the place for you.