Escape to the country in a strawbale home | Other in Invergowrie, Australia
4 Bedroom Other with Security, Sports and Wellness Facilities
Chris and Alison invite you to luxuriate in "Scuppers'", our owner-built strawbale home.
Chris is an English teacher and Alison an occupational therapist. Neither is an engineer or builder, so the house is constructed from poetry and practicality, and it shows! The owners' time living in Oxford and travelling the world is reflected in the maps and art around the home. The deeply recessed windows and doors, use of timber and earthen walls will appeal to the Tolkien and C S Lewis aficionados.
Set on a hilltop at the source of the Gwydir River, "Scuppers'" is a unique eco-friendly homestay experience.
Lovingly and painstakingly built, the strawbale construction makes it beautifully cool in summer and soakingly warm in the bitterest of New England winters.
There are four large bedrooms; Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed, ensuite and open fireplace for winter nights. Bedroom 2 has a double bed and two single beds. Bedroom 3 has a huge hand-built queen bed and Bedroom 4 a queen bed and open fireplace.
All the bedrooms have french doors which open out to the wrap around verandah and have exceptional outlooks onto the surrounding farmland and mountain and valley views.
The large 10x10m living area includes the kitchen, dining and lounge areas and sits under a cathedral style ceiling.
There is a very large and well appointed kitchen complete with french door refrigerator, huge 100cm 6 gas burner cooktop and 2 electric ovens, plus microwave and plenty of bench space, making meal preparation for a crowd a snack.
The dining area features a local wool-classing table repurposed as a dining table which easily accommodates 12 people and has convict era pews on either side.
The lounge area is arranged around the massive fireplace which can function as both a slow-combustion fire and open hearth due to its unique construction. In winter, the fire easily warms the entire living area to a very comfortable temperature with no cold spots.
The bay windows in the living area frame the views of Mount Yarrowyck to the north-west and the valley views to the south-west.
The English-teaching owner has a fetish for deep, comfortable and well-worn leather lounges and, as a result, there is something of an oversupply of these. Guests will be torn between stretching out in these in the lounge, the gauzed-in verandah, the bedroom or the "book-nook".
Outside, the verandahs allow guests to make the most of the views in every direction. Our preferred space for morning coffee is the gauzed-in conservatory style section on the north side, with views of the dry-stone wall and over it, the Pinnacles and Mount Yarrowyck. The western verandah is shaded in summer by an ornamental grape vine which provides a secluded area to doze in the hammock. The south has a very large 7x8m open deck for entertaining with spectacular views over the head of the Gwydir and the Rocky River Valley.
The house was designed by renowned local draftswoman Kerry Hawkins, and hand-built by its owners from local materials. The straw for the walls was harvested and baled for purpose by a farming friend, the floors milled from the timber on the property and the dry stone walls from the hill on which the house is built.
The garden area includes a expansive lawn, and there is an orchard from which visitors are welcome to help themselves to the fruit, if they can beat the birds to it!
There are no other houses within view of "Scuppers'" and the nearest neighbour is around 250 metres away. The southern deck is perhaps the best place to enjoy the almost complete silence, especially at night time, which is likely only disturbed by the crickets, the abundant bird life or the occasional koala grunting in the trees.
The home is sensibly eco-friendly. It is serviced by grid-connected solar power and pure rainwater. The design is solar-passive, which means that the winter sun helps warm the house by shining on the tiled area on the northern side of the living area. The same tiles also cool the home in summer when they are in the shade.
The gravel driveway is about a kilometre long and, due to the wet summer so far, is pretty rough and pot-holey. Until it is graded, it is not recommended for low-slung cars unless the driver is confident of picking his/her lines!
This 4 Bedrooms Other provides accommodation with Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, for your convenience. This Other features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Other has 4 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.
Check to see if this Other has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Invergowrie. Enjoy your stay in Invergowrie at this Other.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Bathtub or shower
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Hair dryer
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Shampoo
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Soap
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Toilet paper
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Towels
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Bed sheets
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Heating
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Dryer
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Fireplace
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Iron/ironing board
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Water-efficient showers only
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Dining room
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Dining table
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Ice maker
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Kitchen
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Kitchen island
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Microwave
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Stovetop
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Toaster
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Smart TV
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Books
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Smoke-free property
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Children's books
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's games
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Dining table
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Kitchen
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Microwave
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Refrigerator
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Separate dining area
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Separate living room
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Travel crib
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Available in all rooms: WiFi
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BBQ grill(s)
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Firepit
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Deck or patio
Policies
FAQ's
Is this Invergowrie other pet-friendly for guests?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.
Does the Invergowrie other have a swimming pool?
No, this Invergowrie other does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.
How much does it cost per night to stay in Invergowrie other?
Best-rates for the Invergowrie other starts from $192 per night with includes Balcony/Terrace, Bedding/Linens, Kitchen, Laundry, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Restaurant, Child Friendly with all other facilities. Casai matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.
Is Invergowrie other a family-friendly place to stay?
Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this other Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the other has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.
Is the Invergowrie other wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?
Based on the information received from our partner, the Invergowrie other has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.
What is the minimum night stay policy for the Invergowrie other?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Invergowrie other indicates 1 day stay policy at this other. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.
What cancellation policy is in place for Invergowrie other?
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Invergowrie other are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.
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