Want to live in the rainforest without the isolation..? This pole home in Freshwater could be the solution. Situated 8m off the forest floor, it feels like you have escaped to a jungle hideaway upon entering the drive way. When the house was completed it was named as Home of the Year which is not surprising considering the practicality of this house for tropical living.

The home is entered via a long elevated walk way revealing a large open plan living and dining area with high cathedral ceilings and kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances. Stepping from the living area onto the large wrap around balcony reveals the rainforest surroundings and pool below with not a home in sight. The pool is surrounded by plenty of decking so that lazy summer afternoons can be whiled away in complete privacy.

A breezeway leads to each of the four bedrooms which all feature high ceilings further adding to the inherent “coolness” that a well designed pole home provides. A large storeroom / photographers darkroom adds practicality whilst the en suited master bedroom provides a welcome relief from the daily grind.

The workmanship throughout the house is of the highest quality and the abundance of mixed eucalypt and northern silky oak create the feeling of comfort and relaxation that only natural materials can. Wrapped in decking there are many areas to sit and take in the scenery and ever changing forest canopy and bird life which is brought to your door.

Air conditioning is provided in the living area and two bedrooms but is a redundant feature given the year round coolness that the mature vegetation and design provides. The house is situated on 1,586m2 of natural tropical habitat gardening not necessary for those so inclined.