Property Summary
Property Description
‘Aquila – Loorana’ – located on the spectacular, world renowned surf coast of King Island, Tasmania, offers the astute purchaser, an amazing opportunity to secure a complete ocean front holding spread over 152 pristine acres, with over 2 kilometres of stunning private beach frontage, overlooking a breathtakingly dramatic and ever changing vista of sweeping coastline, with a magnificent surf break right on the doorstep of the architect designed and expansive home of this remarkable holding.
The sensation of entering another dimension, as you drive down the winding private road of Aquila, through coastal scrub, natural dunes and landscape, feels like leaving the world behind, and coming home to your very own oasis of serenity and privacy. ‘Aquila’ at Loorana, is a very special slice of paradise to enjoy, and exist in, with not a neighbour in sight. Live amongst, and be connected to nature and all that it has to offer, witness its’ ever changing beauty from within this property’s beautiful, spacious home or outside of it, within its’ spectacular and dramatic landscape.
The architect designed, 422spm, light, open and welcoming home sits at an elevation of 16 metres, capturing panoramic views up and down the coast as far as the eye can see.
As soon as you enter this elegant yet welcoming home and walk through to the living room and come face to face with the most spectacular views of the ocean before you, the peaceful nature of this property take hold. A large open entertainers’ kitchen with everything one could need for gathering family, friends or large parties of guests, flows through to a magnificent, enclosed casual entertaining area that includes a wood fired pizza oven, which then in turn flows out onto an open deck and down to the oceans edge. The ground floor of the home also includes two bedrooms with loft beds, the main bathroom and third large bedroom, a very large office and storeroom. The upper level opens to a completely private, separate space and incorporates the main bedroom of the home, parents retreat overlooking the ocean from a private deck and enormous light, bright and sophisticated ensuite.
The lower level of the home encompasses a large laundry, second large storeroom and large double garage.
The flooring of the home has been created from recycled Canadian Ash, which arrived on the island in 1938. All windows are double glazed throughout, the home is fully insulated, adhering to passive design, and taking into consideration the best use of sun and views. Heating is provided by a Nectre wood fire and split system heating and cooling.
Although this outstanding property has to date, been held as a private dwelling, its location, natural splendour, amenities and relaxed yet sophisticated style would more than lend itself to being potentially transformed into the Kind Island’s very first boutique hotel, wellness resort, or yoga retreat, with room for added accommodation scattered throughout the dunes for private, peaceful resort style living (STCA), or a sophisticated yet relaxed beachfront escape, the possibilities are only limited by the imagination.
External infrastructure includes a professional, extremely large workshop of 35m x 10m plus mezzanine of 10m x 10m, with plant room for power systems, concrete floors and internet connection. Water storage is abundant with 3 x 36,000 litre tanks fed from rooflines, as well as a permanent spring. Aquila also boasts a Hybrid Off Grid – Stand Alone Power System incorporating – 7.7kw solar panels, solar inverters, a Westwind 48 volt wind turbine, solar batteries ( gelcel ) with integrated battery chargers, and 3 phase generator.
There is a large, protected, productive vegetable garden with fruit trees, herbs, veggie patches and more … this property is the complete package of self-sustaining and sustainable living. The 2 kilometres of uninterrupted beach frontage provides daily opportunities for surfing with numerous 3-4 metre beach breaks that even pro surfers know well for being the most consistent on the island, diving for abalone, crayfish, fishing from the shore or by boat for salmon, snapper, flathead and more, swimming, or simply lazing on the sand and enjoying the peace and tranquillity of this very special place.
Wildlife includes wallabies, possums, echidnas, sea eagles regularly cruising up and down the coastline which changes constantly, it is like having your very own discovery channel to sit, watch and enjoy in real time. There are numerous walking tracks within the property and it is even possible to walk the beach all the way into the main township.
Kind Island is a treasure trove of attractions, boasting two world-class golf courses, including Cap Wickham Golf Course – ranked 2nd in Australia and 24th in the world, countless unspoiled beaches, renowned surf coasts, coveted King Island Lobster, King Island Beef, resident artists, exhibitions, cafes, restaurants, festivals, forest walks, horse racing, and more.
Located on the world renowned King island with its outstanding environmental credentials ‘Aquila’ – Loorana represents an opportunity to secure the kind of dream lifestyle that includes not only your own private sandy beach but an exceptional residence overlooking the ocean on a substantial acreage holding.
Multiple flights from Melbourne and Tasmania airports including both commercial and affordable private options are available daily, making it more than manageable to enjoy a hybrid ‘remote’ or ‘in-office’ working model or to plan quick and easy weekend escapes.
For further information or to arrange a private inspection, please contact – Sue Gratton on – 0407 599 559 or email – sue@circaheritageandlifestyle.com.au
