By Zero Emissions Noosa
Rosecliffe Boutique Farm Cottages is a classic example of repurposing and reuse as a way of reducing emissions.
As part of the farmstay’s repurposing and reusing philosophy, the main farmhouse is a relocated 1908 Queenslander and with unique accommodation options that each feature repurposing and reuse of both buildings and transport vehicles, giving them a new life while reducing their environmental impact. This is a great example of people living and working in the Noosa Biosphere.
Guest accommodation includes Tree Tops which is a two-bedroom repurposing of the old Yandina School House. The Rosecliffe Bus Stop is a restoration and repurposing of a 1952 Sydney Leyland Tiger bus with an adjoining bathroom and kitchen. An historic W7 Class Melbourne Tram has been repurposed as accommodation for couples.
All accommodation is furnished with reclaimed and preserved period furniture.
Continuing the repurpose and reuse theme, the farm maintenance and running equipment includes a 1963 six-tonne Bedford commercial truck, a 1930s’ Southern Cross windmill which has been restored and is fitted to drive the swimming pool filter and infinity edge waterfall pool so no grid power is used – a great example of repurposing and reuse for emissions reduction.
A 100-year-old piston pump is used for transporting water.
To complement Rosecliffe’s repurposing and reuse approach, sustainability strategies include a 32-solar panel system, recycling, use of all food scraps for fodder, sustainable water through filtered rainwater collection, air drying of linen and towels, insulation throughout and energy efficient repairable appliances.
This unique and beautiful getaway, perched high on a hill top above the rolling green hills of Pinbarren Valley, is a Land for Wildlife property. It includes the Rosecliffe Conservation Area, a 4.7 hectare established conservation area, with an environmental management plan developed in collaboration with Noosa and District Land Care.
This is monitored annually by Noosa Council and NDLC.
Thirty-six years of conservation and ongoing land management have established 68 acres of native vegetation that forms significant wildlife corridors between Woondum and Pinbarren National Parks and provides a large scale carbon offset in line with current climate change strategies.
Through its repurposing and reuse practices and it’s conservation work, Rosecliffe Boutique Farm Cottages is a great example of living and doing business in the Noosa Biosphere by reducing its environmental impact and its emissions, helping the Noosa Shire community to work towards its target of net zero greenhouse gases by 2026.
For further inspiration to support Noosa’s zero emissions goals, head to ZEN’s website zeroemissionsnoosa.com.au Join ZEN to support its work or help out with projects.
