Living Off The Grid: Off-The-Grid Rural Properties For Sale

Rural Properties For Sale Offering Off The Grid Living

Living off the grid means existing self-sufficiently without public utilities, including producing your own electricity via an off-grid solar system with battery storage, as well as sourcing your own water supply, gas, heating and sanitation. It could also extend to growing your own fruit and vegetables and raising your own livestock, whether that be cattle, sheep, goats and chickens.

Above: Living off the grid includes sourcing your own electricity and water supply

If you’re looking to live off the grid and becoming self-sufficient with an off-the-grid rural property for sale, it’s important to do your research before you buy.

The first decision you need to make is whether to look to buy an existing off-the-grid rural property for sale, or instead to look for a blank canvass and develop it from scratch. There are pros and cons to both options, and the budget you have available will shape the outcome.

Living Off The Grid: Buying An Existing Off-The-Grid Rural Property

The beauty of buying an existing off-the-grid rural property is that most of the hard work has been done.

The vendor will know the strengths and weakness of the house, the land, and the region, and will have adapted to them over time. Understanding the seasonal challenges of living off the grid and making adjustments around power, water supply, heating, waste etc can be the difference between success and failure.

Above: Living off the grid extends to growing your own fruit and vegetables and raising your own livestock

However, here the hard yards have been done for you - the owner of the off-the-grid rural property will be able to give you invaluable advice.

With existing infrastructure in place you also have an understanding of what (if any) future capital expenditure is required to maintain the off-the-grid lifestyle. If you decide to buy an existing off-the-grid rural property and have short-listed the region and have a clear budget, it’s just a matter of remaining patient until you find the right property. Specialist rural websites such as farmbuy.com provide the ideal place to start your journey towards living off the grid.

Living Off The Grid: Building An Off-The-Grid Rural Property

If you decide to build your dream off-the-grid rural property, it can be a challenging but also incredibly rewarding experience. The research required needs to be detailed and extensive.

Clearly, the local climate has a significant impact on the selection process. Having enough rainfall to supply you with water throughout the year is vital to living off the grid. The size and aspect of the land are also key factors to the decision-making process. Does the aspect provide the opportunity to capture the maximum sunlight hours? Is there a dam or the potential to build one? Is there a well, stream or spring on the property?

Above: Living off the grid; Solar power energy storage and domestic wind turbines are two areas of significant improvement in recent years

Understanding what you can and can’t do to the rural property for sale is important. This link will help you understand the many pitfalls of buying a bush block and building your dream. The recent advances in the technology have made a considerable impact to off the grid living. Solar power energy storage and domestic wind turbines are two areas of significant improvement in recent years.

The Federal Government website yourhome.gov.au provides some excellent information to start your research. This site also provides valuable information on sanitation options such as septic tanks, dry toilets and composting toilets etc.

If you’re ready to take the plunge into living off the grid, check out some of our favourite off-the-grid rural properties for sale below. Or click on the following link for a comprehensive listing of all the off-the-grid rural properties for sale – including both fully and partially off-the-grid rural properties for sale!

Off The Grid Properties For Sale: 474 Upper Pinbarren Creek Road, Kin Kin, QLD

If you’ve been seeking somewhere for a nature retreat, private hideaway or sustainable living, this exquisite off-the-grid property for sale will capture your heart and soul.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD boasts 37.5 hectares inclusive of rainforest remnants and wet sclerophyll forest

Set near the end of a quiet country road, it boasts 37.5 hectares (92.6 acres) of environmental diversity inclusive of rainforest remnants and wet sclerophyll forest, with natural water courses fed from the upper catchment of the Woondum National Park.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD is set near the end of a quiet country road in a secluded valley far from noise and power lines

A bonus is the meticulously renovated, fully off-grid stunning residence, which is situated in a secluded valley far from noise and power lines. Reached by a long, private driveway, the home exudes a simple yet elegant ambience thanks to features like soaring ceilings, VJ walls and rich polished timber floors.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD boasts a meticulously renovated, fully off-grid stunning residence

Comfort has not been forgotten either, with air-conditioning, ceiling fans and plentiful glass (including stylish louvres) to catch the cross breezes and frame the peaceful green outlook.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD features plenty of glass to catch the cross breezes and frame the peaceful green outlook

The porch entry leads into the welcoming living area, which boasts a stunning Lacunza Atlantic fireplace perfect for chilly evenings. You can entertain loved ones and guests in here, or in the separate lounge.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD boasts a living area with stunning fireplace plus a separate lounge

A dining room also adjoins the immaculate modern kitchen, which features a Westinghouse gas stove, sleek white cabinetry and Bosch dishwasher. It will be hard to beat relaxing on one of the wide covered decks, where you can fully appreciate the peace, privacy and stunning natural beauty of this almost untouched paradise.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD includes an immaculate modern kitchen with gas stove, sleek white cabinetry and dishwasher

The home also includes a spacious master suite with walk-in robe and private deck, three more oversized bedrooms, laundry, and a stylish bathroom with gorgeous tilework.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD includes a spacious master bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe and private deck

And it’s all powered by a new solar power and lithium battery system comprising 21 Qcell 325w duo split panels, a Fronius Primo 5kW inverter and Selectronic Sp Pro 482 inverter charger (7.5kW continuous), two BYD BBox 27.6kW battery banks, all attached to an online management app. Plus there’s rainwater storage of approximately 62,000 litres.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD is powered by a premium new solar power and lithium battery system

While the home is beautiful, the land will take your breath away. Along with vegetable gardens, approximately 20 established lychee trees and a selection of fruit and mangoes, native trees have been extensively planted around the property.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD boasts vegetable gardens and established fruit and native trees planted around the site

At the top of the block, a lookout provides captivating views down the valley. If you enjoy hiking or horse riding, the property adjoins the Noosa Trail Network. Additional features include a double carport and Colorbond shed with workshop.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale QLD offers a lookout at the top of the block providing captivating views down the valley

All this is located less than 30 minutes drive from Boreen Point and the Noosa River – and just 45 minutes from Noosa’s restaurants and cafes, shopping and white sands.

Click on the following link for more information on this off-the-grid property for sale at 474 Upper Pinbarren Creek Road, Kin Kin, QLD.

Off The Grid Properties For Sale: 1010 Skenes Creek Road, Tanybryn, VIC

Located between the townships of Apollo Bay and Forrest, this off-grid home sits on 6.9 hectares (17 acres) of beautiful Otway land. A long cypress-lined driveway draws you toward this property where there are views out toward Bass Strait from the hill top.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale VIC includes an off-grid home sitting on 6.9 hectares of beautiful Otway country

The current owners have lovingly curated and cared for this property – ‘Hill Top Farm’ – with renovations to the home and the inclusion of an outdoor arena for their horses.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale VIC – ‘Hill Top Farm’ – includes two horse yards with shelter and an outdoor arena for horses

Having recently undergone an extensive renovation, the home is sparkling with a new bathroom, kitchen, floor and wall insulation, and double glazing right throughout. 

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale VIC boasts a renovated home with new bathroom, kitchen, floor and wall insulation

There are three large bedrooms and one bathroom in the main house plus a large open-plan living, kitchen and dining area with wood fire and covered outdoor entertaining area to watch the world go by. There is also the addition of a second bathroom within the shed.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale VIC includes three large bedrooms, bathroom plus a large open-plan living, kitchen and dining area

There are five well-maintained paddocks with shedding for machinery, stock or feed and the beautifully tended gardens with fruit trees make this a wonderful family home or rural retreat. Other features include two horse yards with shelter, a 60m x 20m horse arena, stock run and spring-fed dam.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale VIC offers five well-maintained paddocks with shedding for machinery, stock or feed

Off-grid living is enabled via a 5.3kw solar panel system and 7.5kw storage – as well as a back-up generator, septic tank, gas hot water, 75,000 litres of water storage, and satellite TV connection.

Click on the following link for more information on this off-the-grid property for sale at 1010 Skenes Creek Road, Tanybryn, VIC.

Off The Grid Properties For Sale: 8 Barnard Drive, Bicheno, TAS

This off-the-grid property for sale offers around 46 hectares (114 acres) of Australian bushland with two homes, your own swimming hole on the Denison Rivulet, and enviable views of the ocean and National Park.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale TAS offers 46 hectares of bushland with two homes, your own swimming hole and ocean views

Situated on an elevated acreage, the home is bright, airy and immediately comfortable, with window placement taking advantage of the magnificent 360-degree views.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale TAS features a bright, airy and comfortable home with magnificent 360-degree views

It offers an open-plan kitchen/dining/living area that captures uninterrupted views of the Douglas Apsley National Park, the Tasman Sea, Bicheno and beaches all the way north to Seymour. An expansive entertainer’s kitchen boasts stainless steel bench tops and quality appliances including an Esse wood stove. The option of gas or woodfired cooking is sure to appeal.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale TAS features an open-plan kitchen/dining/living area including an impressive Esse wood stove

Within the main residence, the living space with floating timber floors and neutral tones give this room a modern and minimalist look and feel. Cool neutral tones and floating timber floors feature in the open-plan living area, which connects to an outdoor entertaining area.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale TAS boasts timber floors in the open-plan living area connecting to an outdoor entertaining space

The two bedrooms are both king-sized and whilst the master has a built-in robe, the second bedroom is a blank canvas - will it be a bedroom, or perhaps a rumpus or theatre? The new well-appointed bathroom includes a walk in shower, vanity and separate toilet.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale TAS offers two king-sized bedrooms, including master suite with built-in wardrobe

The second home or studio is fully self-contained and also offers some of the best views available anywhere on the coast. Situated five minutes from the Bicheno township in a quiet, tightly held cul-de-sac, the home is off-grid with gas hot water, 12 solar panels with battery storage plus generator back-up if required

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale TAS includes a second fully self-contained home/studio with some of the best views available 

This property offers the perfect set up for those wanting a great escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, bounded by the Douglas Apsley National Park and Denison Rivulet and surrounded by native bush, abundant with wildlife.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale TAS is surrounded by native bush, abundant with wildlife

Click on the following link for more information on this off-the-grid property for sale at 8 Barnard Drive, Bicheno, TAS.

Off The Grid Properties For Sale: 14 Williams Road, Waterbank, WA

With uninterrupted Indian Ocean views from Willie Creek to Gantheaume Point, this off-the-grid property for sale is set in an exclusive, stunning part of the highly-sought-after Coconut Wells Estate near Broome WA.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA boasts uninterrupted Indian Ocean views from Willie Creek to Gantheaume Point

Overlooking the lagoon, this rare property is the complete package, offering privacy, serenity and endless space. Set amongst serene tropical gardens on a 3.88-hectare (9.6-acre) site, this easy-care property is spectacular, boasting an impressive main house with three bedrooms and three bathrooms, and uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean and Coconut Wells Lagoon from every room.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA is set amongst serene tropical gardens on a 3.88-hectare site

Featuring timber-lined ceilings and tiles throughout, the fully air-conditioned home has been carefully designed and thoughtfully built, utilising louvre windows and sliding doors to catch the cooling sea breezes. The home boasts open-plan dining and living areas, a separate lounge retreat and a study capturing the magnificent outlook across the water.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA features timber-lined ceilings and louvre windows and sliding doors to catch sea breezes

The three generous-sized bedrooms all have ample storage with built-in or walk-in wardrobes, ensuites and ocean views. But it’s the master suite that takes grand to a new level, with the massive room featuring a huge walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, all encircled by numerous large windows framing pictures of the pristine surrounding bushland and coastline beyond from every angle.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA features three bedrooms, all with built-in or walk-in wardrobes and ensuites

Airy and homely, the living areas flow seamlessly into the centrepiece of the home: the stunning family-sized chef’s kitchen, with 900mm gas oven, Caesarstone benchtops and a feature timber breakfast bar.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA boasts a stunning kitchen with 900mm gas oven, Caesarstone benchtops and breakfast bar

What’s more, the double-brick rendered home is entirely off-grid, with power generated via a 15kw solar system, including brand-new 3,000-amp-hour batteries, backed up by a 24kva Olympus generator; and water supplied by two drinkable bores and a 45,460-litre (10,000-gallon) water storage tank.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA is off-grid, with power generated via a 15kw solar system, including 3,000-amp-hour batteries

Situated high on the hill with water views, the fully air-conditioned independent guest pod offers an extra bedroom and bathroom to house family and/or friends – and boasts its very own shade sail and fire pit.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA includes an air-conditioned independent guest pod offers an extra bedroom and bathroom

Outdoors, the undercover entertaining area can host a crowd, complete with BBQ, a wood-fired pizza oven, mud crab cooking station and commercial-sized grills - all overlooking the swimming pool, beautiful gardens and exclusive views through to Gantheaume Point.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale WA features an entertaining area with BBQ, pizza oven, crab cooking station and commercial grills

Boasting fertile soil, the grounds also feature a fully reticulated irrigation system for the lawns and gardens, four separate sheds/storage areas, and for the kids, a timber cubby house, timber swing set and sand pit.

Click on the following link for more information on this off-the-grid property for sale at 14 Williams Road, Waterbank.

Off The Grid Properties For Sale: ‘Wadeville Park’; Kyogle, NSW

‘Wadeville Park’ is nestled high on the frost-free plateaus near the Border Ranges National Park and is just 60 minutes’ drive to the Gold Coast Airport.

Above: This off-the-grid property NSW for sale is nestled high on the frost-free plateaus near the Border Ranges National Park

This off-the-grid property boasts 360-degree panoramic views which take in the Border Ranges, Blue Knob, Night Cap Mountains, Nimbin Rocks and the McKellar Ranges.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale NSW is totally off-the-grid yet just 60 minutes’ drive to the Gold Coast International Airport

Entry to the property is across French’s Creek and up through stands of Hoop Pine and other rainforest trees that have naturally grown there for centuries on the rich fertile red and chocolate volcanic basalt soils.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale NSW is entered across French’s Creek and up through stands of Hoop Pine and other rainforest trees

Featuring 10-foot ceilings throughout, the homestead has just been completed and is totally off the grid. Capturing views of the surrounding valleys and mountains, the home features ducted air conditioning, three spacious bedrooms with the main bedroom having its own walk in robe and ensuite, a second bathroom, laundry, separate dining or rumpus room, plus a study/office.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale NSW boasts three bedrooms with the main bedroom having its own walk in robe and ensuite

The open-plan living, dining and lounge area boasts a stone chimney and fireplace all created by a local stonemason, a 15-foot raked cathedral ceiling in the living room, and modern kitchen with an island bench.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale NSW includes an open-plan living, dining and lounge area with stone chimney and fireplace

Enveloping this off-the-grid home for sale are spacious 2.5-metre wide verandas and a 7.2m x 5m entertaining deck that surrounds the residence on three of the four sides.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale NSW boasts spacious 2.5-metre wide verandas and a 7.2m x 5m entertaining deck

Outside there is a double lock-up garage and a 18m x 9m four-bay machinery and storage shed with its own ensuite and mezzanine. This newly constructed shed houses the solar system which feeds over to the homestead and powers the whole property.

Above: This off-the-grid property for sale NSW sources water from French’s Creek and two dams, plus four rainwater storage tanks

‘Wadeville Park’ consists of 139 easily managed picturesque acres with all new improvements, including a set of stockyards at the front of the property, water sourced from French’s Creek and two dams, plus four rainwater storage tanks, two at the house and two at the shed. The property has an estimated carrying capacity of around 40-50 breeders.

Click on the following link for more information on this off-the-grid property for sale at ‘Wadeville Park’, Kyogle.