How to read the Hidden Valley lot plan

The live lot plan is the single most useful tool on this website. It shows every lot in both stages, what each one measures and whether you can still buy it. Most buyers spend a good half hour on it before they ever pick up the phone, and the ones who do usually have far better conversations with Terry. Here’s how to read it properly.

The layout of the estate

Hidden Valley is 38 lots in two stages, laid out either side of a single 20m wide estate road called Quindalup Way. The road runs roughly north to south through the middle of the estate, with Stage 1 on one side and Stage 2 on the other. Access comes in from Hidden Valley Close at the northern end, and there’s a connection towards Brennand Road at the southern end.

Stage 1 is 19 lots and is sold out. Stage 2 is the current release, also 19 lots, and it’s where you’ll find everything that’s available.

Because every lot fronts the same road and most are similar shapes, the estate has a simple, orderly layout. That makes comparing lots much easier than in an estate with dozens of different shapes and sizes.

What the statuses mean

Every lot on the plan shows one of three statuses.

• Available: you can make an offer on this lot today. Talk to Terry, sign the contract and pay the deposit, and it’s yours to settle on.
• Under offer: a buyer has made an offer and the sale is in progress. It isn’t final until the contract goes unconditional and settles. You can ask Terry to register you as a back-up buyer.
• Sold: the lot has been sold.

The plan isn’t a static brochure. When Terry updates a lot in his dashboard, the website changes immediately, so what you see is what’s actually available right now. If you’ve had the page open for a while, refresh it before you make any decisions.

Reading the numbers

Tap or hover over any lot to see its details. There are three numbers worth understanding.

Area

Most Stage 2 lots are 1.0077 hectares, or about 10,077m². A hectare is 10,000m², and it’s roughly 2.5 acres. To put that in perspective, a typical suburban house block is somewhere around a few hundred square metres, so a single Hidden Valley lot is many times larger.

Stage 1 lots were slightly larger at around 1.0187ha, and a couple of Stage 2 corner lots differ a little too.

Frontage

Frontage is the width of the lot along the road. Most Stage 2 lots have between about 53m and 55m of frontage. That’s wide enough for a generous driveway, a set-back home and plenty of space between you and your neighbours.

Depth

Depth is how far the lot runs back from the road. Most Stage 2 lots run back somewhere between about 183m and 189m. Long, deep lots like these give you choices: you can build closer to the road for convenience, or further back for privacy, subject to your building envelope.

Corner and irregular lots

A few lots break the pattern, and they’re worth a closer look.

• Lot 1 is irregular, following the curve of the entry road near the start of the estate.
• Lot 2 has a splayed corner and is slightly larger than most, at 1.0093ha.
• Lot 19 sits at the far end of Stage 2, also with a splayed corner.

Irregular lots can suit buyers who want a different shape to design around, or who like being at the beginning or end of the street. If you’re interested in one, ask Terry for the survey plan so you can see exactly where the boundaries run. Our guide to the corner lots goes into more detail.

The aerial view

Switch the plan to the aerial view and the lots are laid over a drone photo of the actual land. This is where the plan really comes to life. You can see:

• How the estate sits in the landscape
• The native vegetation on and around the lots
• How close the estate is to the coast
• The flora and fauna reserve between Hidden Valley and the ocean

It’s the closest thing to standing on the land without being there.

How to shortlist

Here’s a simple process that works well.

1. Start with the available lots only.
2. Note the ones that appeal on position: closer to the entry, further along the road, corner or standard.
3. Compare their areas and frontages. In Stage 2 most are very similar, so position often decides it.
4. Switch to the aerial view and look at the vegetation and outlook.
5. Pick two or three favourites and ask Terry for the contour survey plan.

What the plan can’t tell you

The lot plan is a great starting point, but it can’t show you everything. It won’t tell you how the breeze feels on a summer afternoon, what you can hear at night or how the light falls in the morning. If you can, visit the land. If you can’t, ask Terry plenty of questions and use the location map to understand the surroundings.

Ready to talk?

Once you’ve got a shortlist, contact Terry. Tell him which lots you’re looking at and he can answer questions, send the documents and talk you through the next steps.

Understanding survey plans and lot plans

The online lot plan is drawn from the subdivision’s survey plan, the technical document prepared by licensed surveyors. It’s worth understanding the difference.

• The lot plan on this website is designed to be easy to use. It shows boundaries, lot numbers, areas, frontages and statuses, and it updates live.
• The survey plan is the formal drawing. It shows precise boundary measurements, contour lines, road reserves and other technical details.

Both are useful. Start with the lot plan to narrow your choices, then use the survey plan to dig into the detail on your shortlist.

Reading contour lines

Contour lines join points of equal height. On the Hidden Valley contour plan they’re drawn at 2m intervals.

• Lines close together mean the ground is sloping more steeply.
• Lines far apart mean the ground is flatter.
• The labels tell you the height above a reference level.

For most buyers, the practical question is simple: where’s the high ground, and which way does the land fall? Higher ground can mean better breezes and outlooks. The direction of fall affects drainage, driveway design and where a builder will want to place the slab.

Boundary measurements

Each boundary has a length in metres. The road frontage is the one most buyers focus on, but the side boundaries tell you how deep the lot runs. On a typical Stage 2 lot the side boundaries are around 183 to 189m.

Thinking about how you’ll use the lot

A lot plan is just lines on a page until you imagine your life on it. Before you shortlist, think about how you’ll actually use the land.

Where will the house go?

Most buyers want the house somewhere within the building envelope with good northern orientation for living areas, an outlook they enjoy and a sensible distance from the road.

Where will the shed go?

Sheds are usually placed for easy vehicle access, often closer to the driveway and slightly away from the house. If you’ll be towing a boat or caravan, allow space to turn.

How will you get in?

The driveway connects the road to everything else. Longer driveways cost more but can create a sense of arrival and privacy.

What will you keep natural?

Many owners keep large areas of the lot natural. That’s less maintenance and better for the landscape, but it needs to be managed in line with bushfire requirements.

Comparing lots side by side

If you’re torn between a few lots, a simple comparison table can help. Here’s one you can copy.

Factor	Lot A	Lot B	Lot C
Area
Frontage
Position on the street
Vegetation
Lie of the land
Gut feel

Fill it in from the lot plan, the survey plan and, if you can, a site visit. Gut feel deserves a row. Plenty of buyers choose a lot simply because it felt right when they stood on it.

Common misunderstandings

• “All the lots are the same.” Most Stage 2 lots are similar in size, but position, vegetation and the lie of the land differ.
• “The status will wait for me.” Statuses can change quickly. If you like an available lot, talk to Terry sooner rather than later.
• “Under offer means sold.” It doesn’t. Sales can fall through, which is why back-up registrations exist.
• “I can build anywhere on the lot.” Buildings go within the building envelope of up to 4,000m².

Using the plan with the location map

The lot plan shows the estate. The location map shows the world around it. Using them together gives you the full picture.

On the location map you can see:

• Where Hidden Valley sits in relation to Dongara and Port Denison
• The beach and coastline
• Drive times to nearby towns
• The surrounding landscape

Many buyers open the two side by side: the lot plan to compare lots, and the map to understand the setting.

Sharing the plan

If you’re buying with a partner or family, share the lot plan link. Everyone can look at the same live information, and statuses will always be current when they open it.

Common questions

Are all the lots the same size?

Most Stage 2 lots are 1.0077ha. A few corner and irregular lots differ slightly, such as Lot 2 at 1.0093ha.

What does under offer mean?

Someone has made an offer and the sale is in progress. You can ask to be registered as a back-up buyer.

Is the lot plan up to date?

Yes. It updates as soon as Terry changes a lot’s status.

How do I get the survey plan?

Ask Terry. He can email the contour survey plan, aerial photos and a sample contract.

How many lots are there at Hidden Valley?

There are 38 lots in total across two stages. Stage 1 has 19 lots and is sold out. Stage 2 is the current release, also with 19 lots, and it’s where every available lot sits.

What’s the difference between Stage 1 and Stage 2?

The two stages sit either side of Quindalup Way, the 20m wide estate road. Stage 1 lots were slightly larger at around 1.0187ha and are all sold. Stage 2 lots are mostly 1.0077ha and are being sold now, with settlement expected in mid-2027.

How big is a hectare in real terms?

A hectare is 10,000m², or about 2.47 acres. Picture a square 100m by 100m. Most Hidden Valley lots are long rectangles of around 53m by 189m, which adds up to roughly the same area.

Why is the aerial view useful?

It lays the lot boundaries over a drone photo of the actual land, so you can see vegetation, the estate’s position in the landscape and how close it sits to the coast and the flora and fauna reserve. It’s the next best thing to standing on site.

Does the plan show where I can build?

The lot plan shows the boundaries and key dimensions. Each lot has a building envelope of up to 4,000m², and Terry can show you where it sits on the lots you’re interested in.

Can I reserve a lot from the plan?

Lots are secured by signing the contract and paying the $10,000 deposit within 7 days of acceptance. Contact Terry to start the process on any available lot.

What if I can’t decide between two lots?

Ask Terry for the contour survey plan and compare the lie of the land, the position along the road and the vegetation. If you can, visit and stand on both. Many buyers find one simply feels right once they’re there.

Can I print the lot plan?

You can screenshot it, but for printing ask Terry for the survey plan, which is designed to be printed.

Why do some lots look different on the aerial view?

The aerial view shows the real vegetation and land, which varies from lot to lot even when the boundaries are similar.

What do the contour lines mean?

They join points of equal height. Close lines mean steeper ground and widely spaced lines mean flatter ground. They’re at 2m intervals on the Hidden Valley plan.

Is the road frontage the front of the lot?

Yes. Every lot fronts Quindalup Way, the estate road.

Can I share the lot plan link?

Yes. It always shows the current status of every lot.