142 Basil Drive, Forest Ridge Queensland 4357

Escape the city to a modern, fully autonomous sanctuary. Positioned on an elevated ridge of a prime lifestyle block, this recently built, energy-efficient home offers the ultimate advantage of total privacy, distant views, and easy living well within budget.
Built exceptionally sturdy with an insulated steel frame, this low-maintenance home ensures comfortable indoor temperatures year-round. The exterior features durable corrugated profile wall cladding and a reliable Colorbond roof, minimizing upkeep and maximizing shelter. Grey-tinted toughened glass windows and doors enhance both internal temperature control and privacy.
• Building pending final certificate.
• Shower screens are on order; photos will be updated upon installation.
The Residence
Step through a large foyer entry into an expansive layout boasting 2.7m high ceilings that enhance natural airflow and space, complemented by easy-care, timber-look floating floors. Five air conditioners and six ceiling fans guarantee premium comfort. To the right sits a spacious lounge room with ample furniture options, while straight ahead is the central family room frame views of the back deck and pristine bushland.
The galley kitchen is a masterclass in efficiency, offering a tight working triangle, extensive cupboard and bench space, a double-bowl sink, and all-electric cooking appliances (ceramic cooktop, under-bench oven, and pull-out rangehood).
Designed for versatility, the split-bedroom floorplan offers enhanced privacy for families, shift-workers, or guests:
• Master Suite: Generously sized, air-conditioned, featuring a walk-through robe and a bright, airy tiled ensuite.
• Bedrooms 2 & 3: Queen-sized rooms with built-in robes, air conditioning, and large tinted windows facing the front verandah to bring the outside in.
• Amenities: This wing includes a country-sized tiled bathroom, separate toilet, and a long laundry opening out to the back deck.
Outdoor Living & Infrastructure
The full-length front verandah (17m x 2.4m) epitomizes acreage living. It is the perfect spot to observe native birdlife—including Kookaburras, Cockatoos, parrots, Magpies, Blue Wrens, and soaring Wedge-Tailed Eagles—moving among rare, quietly swaying gum trees. At night, it offers an unobstructed view of brilliant starry skies.
• Water Storage: 55,000L corrugated tank + 22,500L poly tank for the home. A massive 158,000L corrugated tank with its own gutter serves the shed.
• Shed & Storage: A substantial 16m x 9m x 3.7m 4-bay shed (one bay fully enclosed) features heavy-duty shelving and a workbench area. It faces the same direction as the house to share the views and breezes. Additional storage includes a 40ft shipping container at the rear and two 20ft shipping containers at the side. Handy 3m x 1.5m garden shed also included.
• Solar System: High-capacity 12KVA solar array (30 x 375W & 8 x 250W panels) backed by 30KW of battery storage, a 15KVA inverter, and 4 regulators. A massive 15KVA backup generator is included.
• Bonus Inclusion: Tucked away from the main home is a 17ft 2004 Viscount Newport single-axle caravan under a protective roof shelter, complete with a rear mudroom ensuite and a cozy timber wood-fire heater. A truck equipped with a pump and two hoses is also included in the sale.
The Land, Soil & Eco-System
• Land Size: 8.73 hectares (21.57 acres / 87,300m²).
• Dimensions: Front 199.6m, Rear 163.2m (plus driveway), RHS 413.2m, LHS 430m (approx).
• Water & Fire Safety: Concrete perimeter path, long fire hose, and a high-quality, low-maintenance natural water treatment septic system. Two dams: a large front dam with a solar pump/hoses, and a rear dam with a pump positioned below a well-established garden area with excellent soil.
• Flora & Fauna: The boundary and internal roads/tracks are cleanly cleared around the secure, lockable entrance gate. The dominant native tree species on this block indicates rich soil; these thick, dark bark trees feature fine, bright green leaves that emit notably cooler air during summer. They host rare stingless bush bees and provide a vital habitat for a rare black-and-yellow native ant species that protects the larva of the near-extinct Jewel Butterfly.
Utilities & Rates
• Electricity and phone lines are available in the street; mobile reception is strong.
• Average annual rainfall: 750mm to 850mm.
• Highly affordable Council Rates: Approx. $1,600 per annum.
• Dual access via a sealed front road and a gravel rear road, located just down from a council bore. Drinkable water pods can be filled in town via a cheap water tag system (<$3.00/pod); non-drinkable water bore available on Thyme Ave.
Location & Amenities
Situated just 15 minutes from Millmerran and less than 8 minutes from the local BP Roadhouse. The thriving Millmerran community hosts public/private schools, a hospital, medical centre, aged care, chemist, IGA, Foodworks, Mitre 10, rural supplies, and an array of sports/social clubs (golf, bowls, rifle, Men’s Shed, Lions/Lady Lions). Enjoy famous local events like the Camp Oven Festival, Hot Rod Show, and annual Agricultural Show. Central to the major hubs of Toowoomba, Warwick, Inglewood, Goondiwindi, Dalby, and Oakey—all within a scenic 1-hour drive.
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