The Zigzag Cabin

If minimalistic living is something you are passionate about, the footprint and design of this gorgeous little cabin has been cleverly constructed to create the perfect minimal needs weekender retreat. With Amazing views! Surrounded by nature! Adjoining State Forest! This architectural masterpiece, designed by architect ‘Drew Heath’ is known as the Zigzag cabin!   

Meandering your way up the mountain on an adventurous trail you arrive to your destination on the peak of a majestic mountain top. Instantly the natural bushland surrounds will take you to a place of total calm and tranquility. Arriving at the Zigzag Cabin is like arriving at an outpost or base camp. Making your way on a short foot trail through intriguing rock features you are greeted by a romantic undercover outdoor kitchen/dining area. Made from natural sandstone rocks this all-weather structure makes the perfect place for an exclusive dining experience. Hammocks are hung, kitchen assembled and a fire is started in a carved recess in the hill behind (Fire bans permitting). Nearby, an outdoor sink plumbed into a 1,000-litre water tank marries in well, providing the perfect lux bush kitchen for washing up the dishes after a delicious camp dinner is enjoyed by all! 

An elevated fifteen square meter deck platform is a place for observation, capturing the breathtaking views over the valleys below and mountain ranges beyond! Native fauna and flora are abundant and includes some stunning native plant species including Waratah’s and Gymea lily’s to name a few! Conceived through a single beer coaster sketch, the realization of the zigzag architectural design is most certainly captured from this stunning aspect. Zigzag window openings resting alongside a deck, vanish to infinity in the landscape…The structure is a twisted off-center hardwood frame which allows window or door openings at every corner, bound together with a plywood beam at parapet height that provides stability to the framework. The cabin seeks to camouflage itself through the chameleon-like, or more appropriately goanna like, colour applied through a layered painting process. 

The nine square meter structure is ideal for two people however the cabin was designed to have three sleeping areas. Two at ground level and a bunk on a suspended mezzanine. A composting toilet system is located in a separate shed like structure adjoining a gas heated outdoor shower. There is an additional 1,000 litre water storage tank servicing the facilities. Powered by a solar system of two solar panels which runs 12-volt lights and provides 110-amp power to the site. A dam is located within sight of the cabin, providing a natural water source, a meeting place for local wildlife gatherings. For modern conveniences the property has the benefit of having mobile phone reception, a rarity in this location. 

Boasting 360-degree views of magnificent bushland in all directions, your privacy is assured with the property backing onto state forest. The property is located approximately two and a half hours drive north of Sydney in the beautiful Wollombi Valley, this 42-hectare (approx. 103 acre) bushland property provides the perfect country getaway! Explore nearby historic Wollombi township, boutique wineries the rustic Laguna Village and the vast countryside of the Yango national park and state forests! There is so much to discover in this diverse landscape… 

Contact us today to see this Australiana wilderness wonderland for yourself! 

IT’S THE SMALL THINGS IN LIFE THAT MEAN THE MOST…

Garry M:0429 663 026 or Kurt M: 0497 281 475

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