266 Lange Road, Yahl SA 5291

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The vendor says:

"We've loved the sense of space and the way the property feels like our own private sanctuary. The large windows keep us connected to the outdoors, where we can watch the children play, enjoy views of the gardens and animals, gather fresh produce and make pizzas outside."

The snapshot:

Discover a country sanctuary on 2.5 acres, combining an architecturally designed, owner-built residence with the successful Kookaburra Cottage Airbnb. Rich in reclaimed timber and bespoke craftsmanship, the main residence offers soaring, light-filled living, a luxurious parents' retreat and seamless indoor-outdoor connection. Extensive shedding, workshops, a shopfront, paddock, greenhouse, orchard and children's play space promise a peaceful, self-sufficient lifestyle near Mount Gambier.

The home:

A private country sanctuary, creative retreat and proven accommodation business in one, 266 Lange Rd presents an extraordinary lifestyle across 2.5 acres, just 10 minutes from Mount Gambier.

The property brings together Kookaburra Cottage, extensive workshops and shedding, an architecturally designed main residence, productive gardens & a paddock in a beautifully established setting.

Built in 2022, Kookaburra Cottage is a successful three-bedroom Airbnb with solid earnings, named among the top 12 finalists for Airbnb Host of the Year across Australia and New Zealand in 2025 and featured on Hello SA TV. This turn-key investment offers the next owner the seamless opportunity to take over the existing brand and advance booking pipeline, or reimagine the versatile layout for private dual-living. Available as optional walk-in, walk-out, complete with all high-end furnishings and inventory, it presents an effortless transition into a proven revenue generator or a turnkey lifestyle retreat.

Although contemporary in construction, its period-inspired character feels timeless, from the leadlight entry and fretwork veranda to the cathedral ceiling, where Oregon from the owners' wedding tables has been repurposed as exposed beams.

Light-filled living, dining and kitchen spaces create an inviting heart, complemented by a provincial-style kitchen, ducted heating and cooling and a barn door separating the bedroom wing.

The indulgent main suite pairs an ensuite with a private courtyard and outdoor claw-foot bath, while two further bedrooms, a three-way bathroom, laundry and double carport make the cottage equally appealing for guests, extended family or multi-generational living.

Beyond the cottage, an impressive work precinct opens another realm of possibility. The main insulated shed incorporates high-clearance access, 15-amp power, toilet, sink and two workshop zones.

Its purpose-built shopfront, complete with counter and skylight, currently supports the owner's woodworking business, but is easily adaptable to suit a variety of business or hobby pursuits.

Privately positioned beyond the shedding, the remarkable three-bedroom main house was designed by the owners with an architect and built by the owner, who is a carpenter, with his team in 2014.

A true labour of love, it celebrates natural light, landscape and craftsmanship through soaring windows, polished concrete floors and richly layered timber details.
The home's story lives in every detail, with a Western Australian stone in a random-cut finish creating a striking facade.

Indoors, timber features include custom jarrah doors reclaimed from Mount Gambier's former Fletcher Jones building, inherited jarrah beams and decking, a recycled feature ceiling and handcrafted stair treads.

At its centre, the beautifully appointed kitchen is as functional as it is striking, pairing two-pack cabinetry with stone benchtops and a bespoke hardwood island bench handcrafted by the owner.

Industrial-style pendant lights illuminate the island, while a 900mm stainless-steel oven and cooktop, dishwasher and expansive walk-in pantry make cooking and entertaining effortless. A perfectly positioned window above the sink also captures calming views across the outdoor spaces.

Alongside the kitchen, the expansive living and dining domain delivers an impressive sense of light, warmth and scale.

Soaring recycled timber ceilings and tall, near floor-to-ceiling windows draw abundant natural light into the room while strengthening its connection with the surrounding landscape.

A slow-combustion wood fire set against an exposed brick feature wall creates an inviting focal point, while the open timber staircase leading to the parents' retreat forms an architectural statement in its own right.

The entire upper level forms a spectacular parents' haven, featuring a spacious bedroom, walk-in robe, built-in study and private deck overlooking the grounds, alongside an indulgent open ensuite with a walk-in shower & freestanding bath framed by windows to capture the leafy outlook.

Back downstairs, a separate sitting room offers quiet retreat, while life continues outdoors beneath the covered entertaining deck with pizza oven, where garden produce can become dinner as children play nearby.

Other features of the home include Air-Cell insulation, double glazing and commercial reverse-cycle air conditioning.

Independent rainwater storage and wastewater systems service each residence, while bottled gas, bore irrigation and additional shedding support country living.

A greenhouse crafted from reclaimed Mount Schank Estate windows, orchard, chook yard, play space and bore-watered gardens complete this one-of-a-kind lifestyle sanctuary.

Additional Property Information:

Age/ Built: 2022
Land Size: 9,978 m2 | 2.5 acres
Council Rates: Approx $831 per quarter
Rental Appraisal: Due to the versatile nature of this property a rental figure can be discussed upon request.
RLA 291953

Property Features

• Built In Wardrobes
• Courtyard
• Deck
• Dishwasher
• Ducted Cooling
• Ducted Heating
• Floorboards
• Fully Fenced
• Open Fireplace
• Outdoor Entertaining Area
• Remote Controlled Garage Door
• Reverse Cycle Air Conditioning
• Rumpus Room
• Secure Parking
• Shed
• Water Tank
• Workshop