Positioned high above a boundless seascape and the white sandy beaches of South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula, this luxury escape is accessed either by boat via the property’s exclusive 2km beach, purpose-built helipad, or a short 1 hour 45 minute drive (approx.) from Adelaide’s CBD through a secluded nature reserve.

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Known as ‘The Dunes’, the 6-bedroom Scandinavian-inspired retreat was designed to be totally off the grid, with an 80-kilowatt solar power plant funnelled into lithium batteries, 300,000 litres of water storage and architectural features to regulate the temperature. 

Entirely self-sufficient, The Dunes also has an aquaponics geo-dome for vegetables and herbs to provide a year-round food garden and a 45,000 litre fish tank currently stocked with over tasty 60 silver perch.

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Deborah Cullen said the property, which was a visionary creation by its owner Peter Michell and signature architect Max Pritchard, was expected to generate significant buyer interest. 

“The Dunes is truly a one-off resort-style estate without peer – there is nothing that compares,” she said. “It is a private off-the-grid sanctuary set in a stunning natural environment, in a pristine part of Australia that is incredibly unspoiled.” 

“Both domestic and international buyers will to be attracted to this offering, particularly with the current focus on renewables and off-grid lifestyle being actively and passionately discussed around the world.”

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Architect Max Pritchard also designed Southern Ocean Lodge.

“This is a very unique and substantial site situated on 2km of coast,” Max told LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.  “The home is cantilevered over the sand dunes allowing the vegetation to grow around and underneath giving the appearance of floating above the dunes and the sea.” 

In this case development has actually restored the natural environment rather than taking away from it, Max explained to LUXURY LIST WEEKEND.

“When we first saw the property, the dunes were infested with weeds that were suppressing the native vegetation. It was fantastic to have a client who wanted to take on the obligation of owning such a site and restore the dunes by replacing the weeds with the original vegetation and return site to its natural environment, thereby also controlling erosion."

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The single level floorplan reveals 2 lounge rooms, screen projector, an oversized pantry, large scullery, an expansive sun deck, spa deck with sauna, courtyard and vine-covered alfresco with immense feature stone fireplace, all encapsulated by double-glazed walls of glass permitting breathtaking vistas from all areas of a sparkling foreshore, glistening sandy dunes and striking crimson sunsets.

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Given its exclusive 2km beach offering, The Dunes supports a private lifestyle of active marine pursuits such as paddle boarding, crabbing, fishing and wildlife observation, as well as access to boardwalks through the sand dunes. 

Further yet, The Dunes also contains a purpose-built dune buggy racetrack, large workshop to accommodate any and every bush project, oversized garage/shed and a large green tractor.

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Grant Giordano said the breathtakingly beautiful location was the centrepiece of the property. “The home showcases unparalleled panoramic views from almost every room, as well as its outdoor viewing platform,” he said. 

“This is one of South Australia’s most unique coastal estates that has only now been showcased to the public for this first time as it has been fiercely protected as a private family compound until now.”

But beyond the stunning architecture, elevated views and luxurious appointment, The Dunes supports a resort-like lifestyle with an infinite scope to expand and personalise all it has to offer. 

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Matthew Fleming, CEO of Contemporary Hotels Group, which specialises in luxury hotel style stays in Australia, said The Dunes was a perfect example of what their high net worth and celebrity clients would request to stay in. 

“Throughout my years I’ve seen some amazing homes but this one is a true gem,” he said. “The views, facilities and lure of a truly unique experience will be sure to please all who are fortunate to experience it. 

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“We have seen a large increase in demand in the South Australian market for more luxury homes and holiday stay residences, especially ones that are private where guests can gather without attracting attention. 

“The Dunes represents everything that is classic South Australia; a remote, rugged landscape which to a first explorer would have seemed worlds apart, but to a visionary architect the perfect place to create a masterpiece.” 

Source: Goldeneye Media

To arrange a private inspection or enquire about a price guide phone or email Deborah Cullen of Cullen Royle or Grant Giordano of Giordano & Partners via the contact form below. 

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