Off-grid Passive House Plus in rural Victoria - Tour this sustainable tree-change home by Sunpath

Take a walkthrough of this beautiful Passive House Plus in Kyneton, Victoria — a contemporary rural home designed by Niall O Healaithe of Sunpath Architects, Melbourne.
See information about this project on our website: https://sunpath.com.au/kyneton/

This all-electric, sustainable home was designed for Deb and Gavin, who made a tree-change from Melbourne to this rural property. Their vision: to live simply and sustainably — restoring the land through native planting, permaculture, and thoughtful environmental choices.

The home supports this lifestyle with exceptional energy efficiency, minimal environmental impact, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It’s bushfire-resistant, durable, low-maintenance, and designed to be comfortable for decades to come, with accessibility and ageing in place front of mind.

Do you dream of making a tree change like Deb an Gavin?
Talk to us on the phone today about your project or send an email enquiry if you prefer and we will contact you. Your off-grid home in the countryside begins with a conversation.
https://sunpath.com.au/contact-us/

🏡 Project Highlights
Certified Passive House Plus

All-electric with 14kW of rooftop solar PV and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) connection

Highly insulated, airtight timber-framed construction

Triple-glazed alu-clad windows, heat recovery ventilation, and reverse cycle heating/cooling

Rainwater harvesting, septic system, and off-grid capability

Low embodied energy, low-VOC materials, reclaimed timber and fittings

Bushfire-resistant, climate-resilient and low maintenance

🌿 Design Features
Entry via a reclaimed timber pergola and ramp, designed for level access

Three sheltered porches for practical rural living: boots, dogs, coats, and guests

Exposed timber trusses create dramatic ceilings and gently define kitchen, dining, and living zones

Open-plan layout centres on a large, functional kitchen — perfect for home-cooked meals with family and friends

Seamless flow to both a north-facing deck (via lift-and-slide doors) and a sheltered southern garden

Pergola vines, distant hill views, and a majestic manna gum tree frame outdoor living

A private guest wing, open laundry, and generous mudroom offer everyday practicality

A quiet study/library space provides an ideal home office

Thoughtful touches like a reading porch, flat-pack walk-in robe, accessible ensuite, and outlooks from every bathroom window

Integrated services cloakroom housing the heat recovery ventilation system and hot water heat pump

This home isn’t just a house — it’s a future-focused sanctuary grounded in sustainable values and rural comfort.

👷‍♂️ Designed by:
Niall O Healaithe, Architect and Certified Passive House Designer
Sunpath Architects, Melbourne
Website: https://www.sunpath.com.au

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