An extraordinary property in regional Victoria is turning heads – and it’s unlike anything else in the state.

Perched high on the slopes of Mt Buninyong, 15 minutes from Ballarat and 90 minutes from Melbourne‘The Skybarrel’ is a sculptural, architect-designed villa that seems to hover above rolling hills and farmland.

Designed by Ballarat architect Robin Larsen as a one-off experiment in form, light, and landscape, the curved timber studio makes an immediate impression.

From a distance, its circular frame appears almost to levitate, while inside, walls of glass reveal sweeping views that stretch endlessly across the countryside.

‘It’s one of a kind and truly beautiful,’ Belle Property Daylesford agent Natalie Fagan told the Daily Mail.

‘The views are ridiculous. Being inside is very luxurious and romantic… it’s magnificent from sunrise to sunset and you can see all the way to forever.’

The Skybarrel’s interiors reflect the rustic scenery beyond.

The soft, warm colour scheme sets the tone for a space that feels both contemporary and calming.

A wood fire anchors the lounge, the open-plan kitchen is made for slow weekends, and the sleeping nook offers front-row seats to the night sky.

From pink-tinged dawns to golden dusks, the villa is designed to embrace every shift in light.

The circular shape and floor-to-ceiling glazing bring the horizon indoors, making the natural world part of daily life.

Far from being just a striking architectural statement, the property has proven itself as a business.

Operating as a boutique short-stay, The Skybarrel has drawn guests from across Australia and overseas, generating more than $100,000 annually.

The site itself spans over four hectares at 25 Lapilli Lane and comes with the potential to expand.

Mt Buninyong is a long-extinct volcano that towers above the surrounding plains, offering bushland walks, scenic lookouts and a rich goldfields history.

The village of Buninyong, with its cafes, bakeries and weekend markets, is just a short drive down the slope.

Ballarat, with its grand Victorian architecture, art galleries, and the open-air museum Sovereign Hill, is less than 20 minutes away.

For those coming from further afield, Melbourne is around 90 minutes by car, making The Skybarrel a great weekend retreat from the city or a base to explore central Victoria.

Daylesford, known for its mineral springs and spa culture, is also within easy reach at just over an hour’s drive.

The Skybarrel is now for sale with a price guide of $1.15 million.

For buyers, it represents not just a chance to secure a home, but to own a piece of experimental architecture that has already proven its cultural and commercial appeal.

‘It’s unlike anything else you’ll find,’ Ms Fagan said.

‘It’s romantic, it’s luxurious, and it’s absolutely unforgettable.’