THIS property offers the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, where there’s just the tranquillity of the bush and space, space and more space. You can stretch out and do tai chi among the trees or just stroll around your mini-kingdom smelling the gum trees.

While you’re thinking about the 48 acres of virgin bushland being a nice buffer between you and civilisation, you can marvel at the unique abode that sits on the elevated acreage.

Energy-efficiency is at the core of this north-facing, four-bedroom home, with its sandstone-look brick faade, its mini orb ceilings and curved roof sections.

High ceilings that let the air circulate, louvre windows in the central wing and polished concrete floors in the living areas and main bedroom are other features that add to the efficient use of energy.

Sliding doors open from the pergola-covered front verandah to a cathedral-like interior comprising living, kitchen and dining areas with the sleeping quarters in separate wings either side.

Ducted cooling and a wood heater ensure comfort.

In the kitchen, there’s a 900mm Ilve stainless steel gas stove, Fisher and Paykel dishwasher, an island bench/breakfast bar/storage unit with ample storage around the kitchen. A sliding door, one of many, opens to a deck and alfresco entertaining.

The main bedroom consists of a parents’ retreat, bush views front and side, and a large three-piece en suite and walk-in wardrobe.

Three remaining bedrooms are at the far end. All have built-in wardrobes. In between is a three-piece family bathroom with a sunken spa bath, a powder room and a laundry with storage.

A huge home cinema has a split-level floor and clerestory windows. Double doors open to a wide deck.

You can accommodate three cars or two and a caravan in the large corrugated iron shed/carport, and with 48 acres you’ll have no problem parking another vehicle or three.