Price: $350,000 Iconic Hunter property with outstanding residential or commercial potential Grandly sited on a 1000sqm block in the centre of Clarence Town, the Clarence Town Post Office was built in 1880 to service the vibrant agricultural and commercial community. Purchased from the PMG by the local postmaster in the 1965, the building continued as the town’s post office until 1996 and has since remained in the same family as their residence. The rarity of the opportunity coupled with the property’s undeniable versatility are key elements that will appeal to those with the vision to create a unique residence,charming B&B, restaurant or gallery in this remarkable historic Victorian era building. Of triple brick construction, the double storey building is structurally sound and despite showing its age and displaying superficial wear, the numerous original features, including soaring 12′ ceilings, fireplaces, floorboards, light fittings, solid cedar doors, skirting boards, ornate window frames and stairway balustrade remain in excellent condition. The ground level hosts both private and public areas including a central hallway, lounge, spacious but basic all-electric kitchen and bathroom, all in need of modernisation but providing an excellent framework for development. The beautiful original post office area retains the stunning cedar counter, timber-lined ceilings and working fireplace. Adjacent are the original post office boxes and telephone exchange. A covered walkwayfronts a laundry and storage shed. Separated from the main building is a dual toilet block and brick domed well with original hand pump plus 2,500lt. rainwater tank for lawn use.
Atop the staircase, the upper level opens to a spacious landing off which are four bedrooms, all with gorgeous arched windows. Two queen-size bedrooms each have working fireplaces. A double bedroom lends itself to conversion to a family bathroom. There is also an enormous Master bedroom also with working fireplace. Mains power, phone, town water and sewage are connected. An estate sale – with scope that is limited only by one’s imagination, this unique slice of Clarence Town history lies at the heart of the Hunter. Close proximity to the World Heritage Barrington Tops National Park (30mins), Newcastle, wineries, notable sites and mid-north coast beaches (45mins) and Sydney (Wahroonga 2.5hrs) enhance this property’s appeal for permanent living or as an enchanting and character-filled commercial venture.
