Rose Cottage offers an outstanding opportunity to secure one of the regions most delightful homesteads. It encapsulates a perfect fusion of comfortable contemporary living blending seamlessly with a charming old English garden set over a 2085sqm parcel of land in Old Bungendore.
Positioned on the southern end of Lake George in the New South Wales Southern Tablelands, this circa 1885 heritage-listed four-bedroom plus office, four-bathroom residence has been thoughtfully and sensitively renovated over the past three years.
The original part of the building was built by local flour mill operator Alexander McClung as a cottage for his workers. The currents owners have completed renovations that ensure that the 1880's character and authenticity can now be preserved for the next generation to enjoy Rose Cottage's history and charm.
Luckily the north-facing residences front facade looks much the same as it did when it was first built 135 years ago while the interiors retain many of the original period detailing - including tongue-and-groove lining boards, spotted gum and other hardwood timber floors and ornate cast iron fireplace registers.
A thoughtful architect design extension tripled the size of the home and incorporated many modern conveniences including a large kitchen designed by David Cavenaugh that opens onto alfresco dining and entertaining zones, 4.8m cathedral ceilings, open light filled living spaces and the integration of cedar French doors which lead to the home's new exterior deck, down to the lush lawns, beautiful flower beds and formal gardens.
This home has outstanding street appeal with its meticulously maintained gardens, wide verandah and beautiful established elm trees. It has previously been used to run a B&B, Rose Cottage offers ample opportunity for additional income-generating activities, such as using the back garden for wedding ceremonies and photographic opportunities.. With its stylish detailing, authentic charm and well appointed living, sleeping and entertaining spaces neither words nor pictures can truly do justice to this incredible property.
Key Features include:
* Original period detailing including timber flooring, sash windows and tongue- and-groove panelling
* Designer chefs kitchen
* Cleanair wood burning fireplace with timber surround and built in wood box
* Walled courtyard with alfresco dining space
* Meticulously manicured English country garden
* Additional income-earning potential
* Lined and insulated Garage with a work shop
* Irrigated garden
Expressions of interest close 1:00pm on the 4th November 2020. The vendors reserve the right to accept suitable offers prior to the closing date.
This home is situated close to all amenities with the school, shopping centre and train station being only a short distance away. Bungendore is an easy 30 - 35 minutes from Canberra, a short 17 - 20 minutes drive from Queanbeyan and 8 minutes to HQ JOC, so if you are yearning to live in a country town, yet be close to the city, this is the perfect place for you.
For more information or to arrange an inspection please contact Elspeth (Ellie) Merriman on 0402 117 877 or our office on 62380700.
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