Enchanting: A luxurious retreat with a garden-party glasshouse

Mindera is luxurious, contemporary and sustainable — hidden away among the Southern Highlands hills but with a helipad for easy access.

Featuring a helipad, mineral pool, sauna and an enchanting alfresco space for long-table dinner parties among nature, Mindera in the NSW Southern Highlands offers the perfect rural sanctuary for busy Sydney professionals.

The property at 92 Mount Minderoo Lane in High Range, for sale with a guide price of $5.65 million, is less than two hours (by car) from the Harbour City, but a world away.

When the vendors purchased the property in 2020 and moved here from Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, there was just a residential barn on 40 hectares of sloping green hills and bushland.

They have transformed it into a contemporary five-bedroom, two-bathroom residence and added a tiny house plus a huge greenhouse that has evolved to become a dramatic entertainment venue.

“It really is like a country resort in the mountains — and the best place to raise kids,” said the vendor, who didn’t wish to be named. “The property is private, there are incredible surrounding views, and we see kangaroos, wombats and eagles on a daily basis. It’s pretty special.

“Plus at this altitude, we have gorgeous weather rolling though; we love the cool nights during summer.”

The light-filled main residence boasts an open-plan living and dining zone featuring polished concrete floors with hydronic underfloor heating and soaring vaulted ceilings. The space flows to a covered deck and porch that offer vistas of Mount Jellore and beyond.

There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms on the lower level, while the beautiful master suite occupies the loft of the home.

Outside, landscape gardens envelope a heated and self-cleaning mineral infinity pool and spa, plus a cedar barrel Harvia sauna.

Down the hill near the trees, the German-engineered 130sqm glasshouse is fully automated to open and close with the temperature. While installed as a traditional growing house, it’s become a breathtaking setting for long-table dining or garden parties.

There’s also a self-contained, one-bedroom tiny house that could be rented out as a weekender or as permanent accommodation.

Agent James Sgouros at Belle Property Southern Highlands described the property as “absolutely stunning”.

“I’ve been through hundreds of properties over the years and this one is a standout. It’s been incredibly well done with no expense spared.

“For those seeking a rural retreat, the aspect and location don’t get any better. There are beautiful views from everywhere on the property.”

He said the glasshouse had been “a big talking point” among buyers.

“It’s very versatile; you can use it for anything.”

Mindera backs onto the Nattai National Park, which is loved for bushwalking or camping. A firetrail even snakes through the property.

“These trails are perfect for horse riding or dirt bike riding. When we have guests, they’re always a highlight,” said the vendor.

The property also boasts an established apple orchard and nut groves plus five fully-enclosed paddocks suitable for livestock or horses.

Sustainability was key for the owners, with Mindera featuring a high-capacity 45kW solar system, a 3L/s bore water system, multiple dams and unlimited purified drinking water. There’s also a high-speed EV charging station, Starlink internet connectivity, and over 24 remote-access cameras.

The large, four-bay work shed provides secure vehicle storage for up to six cars, plus ample workspace.

Mr Sgouros said there had been “a huge amount of enquiries” on the property in its first month, including requests for contracts.

“The majority of interest has come from Sydney-based buyers considering it as a weekend escape or a permanent move out of the city.”

The vendor, who’s already planning his next development opportunity, described Mindera as the perfect getaway for a Sydney professional seeking luxury, privacy and nothing to do but enjoy.

“With a helicopter pad it’s ideal for someone who’s time-poor. There are so many beautiful properties in the Highlands, but having this home’s features and privacy make it pretty special.”

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