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Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture

Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture

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Exterior
Courtyard with BBQ
East wing kitchen
Exterior
Study, east wing

Overview of Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10175 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

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Bingie, NSW
  • AirportMoruya, NSW (MYA)24 min drive
  • Popular LocationBroulee South Beach24 min drive
  • Popular LocationMogo Zoo31 min drive
  • Popular LocationNarooma Beach38 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture

Experience Australia's most unique beach house and revel in iconic architecture.

Fantastic for couples or multiple families you can share the secluded 100 acres with the roos and wallabies, right on the edge of the Eurobodalla National Park.

Magney house is located on the pristine South Coast of NSW, 20 minutes drive south of the town of Moruya.

The house was designed with camping in mind and has a casual, relaxed feel for informal open-plan living. The simple kitchen and bathroom facilities provide the necessities for comfort while you disconnect from life's distractions. There is good mobile coverage at the house but no wi-fi available. The layout means that is comfortable for a couple or up to 10 guests. There is plenty of communal space to gather with family and friends, as well as sanctuaries for quiet contemplation, reading a book or having a snooze. Every window has breath-taking views of local beaches, farms or distant mountains.

Completed in 1984 Magney house is Glenn Murcutt's most famous building. Glenn Murcutt AO is recognised in Australia and overseas as our most famous architect. In 2002 he won the distinguished Pritzker Prize for architecture.

The house is located on the lower north facing slope of the 100-acre property and the design takes full advantage of the north sunlight for winter warmth, the summer breezes for cooling and provides protection from the stronger southerly weather. The roofline reflects the quintessentially Australian woodshed and is practical, catching rainwater for the tank that supplies the house.

In 2016 the house was featured in Catherine Hunter's documentary on Glenn Murcutt, Spirit of Place, and in Tim Ross's documentary series Streets of your town. In 2009 the house appeared on an Australian postage stamp.

The Magney family continue to own and run the house and land. All profits are returned to the house for maintenance and restoration, and for upkeep of the property.

The house is comprised of the east and west wing, connected via a central covered courtyard with a dining table and gas BBQ for alfresco dining.

The eastern wing contains the main kitchen, master bedroom, private study and bathroom. The main kitchen as an electric oven, gas cooktop, microwave oven and fridge. There is a gas fireplace, leather lounges, TV, DVD, CD as well as a dining table and chairs for 8. This side is ideal for self-contained couple get-away.

The western side has 2 queen bedrooms and the bunk room, separate shower, toilet and vanity. A large second fridge is located in the bunk room. The western living area has another 8 seat dining setting, comfortable cane lounges, TV and VCR. The bunk room (sleep 4 in two bunks). It has a comfy couch and table tennis. A great get-away for the kids.

Up until the 1980's the 100-acre property was used for cattle grazing and farming. Since then the family has let the land regenerate to the native coastal habit. Typically there is a large population of eastern grey kangaroos on the land. Most mornings you will wake to find them grazing on the front lawn.

In the late afternoon take a walk up the fire trail on the hill behind the house to get magnificent views from Pigeon House mountain (north) to Mount Dromedary and Montague Island (south), and the Araluen ranges (west) as the sun sets.

The property is surrounded by the Eurobodalla National Park on three sides. The park has many diverse habitats and lots of wildlife - swamp wallaby, redneck wallaby, echidna, white-bellied sea eagles. The 11km Bingie Dreaming walking track (from Congo to Tuross) runs through the Park and is easily accessible from the house.

Note: Bookings for people aged 18-24 years require approval from the owner. Contact Alix via email to discuss.

Beaches: You are spoilt for choice as the area is surrounded by pristine beaches: Bingie beach on the north side of the Bingie Point headland, and Grey Rocks beach at the northern most reaches of Bingie beach are the closest beaches to the property and can be reached via a picturesque walk from the house.

Head over to Mullimburra Point (take the left turn at the T-intersection) for the charming Honey Moon beach with parking.

Drive to Congo beach to explore the diverse rock platform.

Nature walks: Bingie Farm property is right on the boundary of the Eurobodalla National Park. There are a variety of sign-posted walks within the Park to the north as far as Moruya Heads and to the south as far as Tuross.

Growers Market - the Araluen Valley is known for the highest quality organically grown produce. At 3pm on Tuesday afternoons the bell rings and the Moruya Growers market on the banks of the Moruya River gets off to a flying start. Be there on time before the very best of the best is sold out.
Saturday Market - many of the growers are also present on Saturday as well as loads of crafts, arts and comestibles and collectibles.

Mogo Zoo: 15 minutes north of Moruya, is an historic town with many fine stores. Just out of Mogo is the zoo famed as the best wildcat zoo in Australia. To the west is the spectacular Araluen range.

Tuross: Heading south from Bingie Farm is Tuross and the wonderful Tuross Lake system. Enjoy the great cafes and or take a picnic and hire a boat to explore the lake. Beyond Tuross and find Bodalla with its host of restaurants.

Narooma: famous for its exquisitely beautiful harbour and wonderful seafood. historic Tilba Tilba and the mystical Mount Dromedary. For a fantastic and challenging climb take a picnic and half a day to reach the summit and return exhausted and satisfied.

Property manager

Paul Logan

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property registration number PID-STRA-12180

About the area

Bingie

Located in Bingie, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Mossy Point Boat Ramp and Narooma Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Batemans Marine Park Broulee Island Sancuary Zone and Mogo Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bingie, NSW

What's nearby

  • Eurobodalla National Park - 1 min walk
  • Broulee South Beach - 24 min drive
  • Mossy Point - 30 min drive
  • Mogo Zoo - 31 min drive
  • Narooma Beach - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Moruya, NSW (MYA) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pickled Octopus Seafood Cafe - 20 min drive
  • Tuross Boatshed & Cafe - 20 min drive
  • Chinese Vietnamese BYO Restaurant - 19 min drive
  • Blue Heron Cafe - 21 min drive
  • The Tav - 19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Winner of 2011 National Award for Enduring Architecture located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Eurobodalla National Park and Bingie Beach. SS Monaro Wreckage is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony Wakeham o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beach house for all seasons...
Designed by Australian Architect, Glenn Murcutt & a Pritzker award winner in 2002, I feel privileged to be allowed access to this 40+ year Architectural Masterpiece. Designed to emulate the connection to nature of the camping experience with all the necessary conveniences "wrapped" in the optimal passive solar thermal "envelope". It is simply the best imaginable beach house for all seasons.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nea-Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely weekend away
Lovely quiet location, close to surf beach and nature walks. We enjoyed a lovely weekend away with family who admired the architectural details of the home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lucia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect stay for a group
Our group of 10 friends were lucky enough to indulge in 3 nights’ stay at the Magney House. We wouldn’t want any less time to enjoy the house and explore the property and surrounds. The local Bingie Point has some remarkable rock formations and well worth the short walk. Highly recommend for a group of friends looking for an architectural stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect
Location is unbelievable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenden B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
Amazing property with all of your needs. Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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