Centrally located in a highly sought after pocket of Warragul, 5 George Street is a beautiful example of what you can create when you are passionate about design and the environment. The owners have meticulously restored and extended this property, creating an energy efficient, comfortable and stylish home that requires nothing to be done except to move in and enjoy it. The first impression is the zero maintenance garden and welcoming facade. At the end of the entrance hallway you step off the restored floorboards onto a silky smooth polished concrete floor and into the bright and spacious open plan living and entertaining area. The kitchen is a stunning combination of textures and clean lines and is the centrepiece of the home. Stainless steel benchtops, low window splashback and Bosch appliances (including induction cooktop) give the kitchen an ultra-modern feel. But it’s the impressive island bench in the middle that provides the wow factor. This benchtop brings a touch of industrial to the space. Being solid concrete and lined with wooden boards, it lifts the kitchen from impressive to fabulous. It’s also in this open plan area that you can really see all the sustainable design elements that go into the 8-star energy rating. All the windows are carefully placed for airflow and to capture light into the space. The high clerestory windows are operated electrically and there is double glazing throughout. However, the most exciting detail of the 8-star rating is the energy bills. Over a 12 month period, the current owners spent under $400 on water, gas and electricity usage – in total. 4.5kw solar panels run the electricity and hot water. There are two rainwater tanks that fill the washing machine and toilets. LED lights are throughout the house, including sensor-operated lights in the hallway and bathrooms and there is heating and cooling throughout. The list of environmentally responsible features extend throughout the property, into the low maintenance garden and outdoor areas that can be enjoyed all year round, thanks to an enclosed deck with a fully plumbed BBQ and sink. 3 good-sized bedrooms with built in robes, study and 2 bathrooms provide enough space for a family. The master bedroom opens out onto the deck and boasts a walk through wardrobe to a generous ensuite and a shower with a view. Front carport and rear laneway access to lock-up garage and workshop adds to the storage and accessibility.