"Thornbury" circa 1917 this impressive federation homestead is set on 265 acres of mixed farming country, which makes it a very versatile property. The homestead is situated privately in the property, so you get to enjoy the peace and tranquillity it has to offer.
The homestead features original character and charm throughout, wide front verandah and leadlight front door, 12 ft decorative ceilings with ceiling roses, open fire places in most rooms, picture rails and timber floorboards throughout, two kitchens in the main house and separate servants' quarters that has been transformed into a self-contained unit or B & B.
The front entrance leads you into the spacious open informal kitchen, dining and lounge area with slow combustion heating. Timber kitchen with gas cooktop, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher and breakfast bar. Ornate fireplace in the lounge area and access to the new, two-way bathroom.
The homestead comprises five bedrooms with four being over double in size, decorative ceilings and fireplaces in every room. Master suite features an open fireplace with marble mantle, decorative ceiling, large bay window and window seat to relax and unwind with a coffee or wine overlooking the farmland beyond. New ensuite with walk in shower, large shower rose, toilet, vanity and access from the informal lounge as a two-way bathroom.
Generous family bathroom with claw foot bath, good size shower, timber vanity and separate toilet.
The original kitchen features the Metters cast iron wood stove that is still used regularly, the kitchen has been upgraded with stainless steel benches, stainless steel oven with 5 gas burner cooktop.
Large walk-in pantry and adjacent to the formal dining room with open fireplace and original features.
Tastefully renovated servants' quarters into a 1-bedroom self-contained unit that has been used as a B & B in recent years.
Outside is sure to impress with established, low maintenance gardens, entertaining deck off the living area and 15m lap pool. For the horse enthusiasts; 2 large stables and undercover tack up area, half-size sand work arena and full-size fenced grass dressage arena.
Excellent 5 bay machinery shed (22m x 8m), the property is divided into 8 paddocks of gentle
undulating country and 3 excellent dams, perfect for mixed farming or just running stock. Two steel cattle yards with loading ramp near the sealed road entrance for easy access.
Located only 10 mins to Grenfell and 4 hours 20 mins to Sydney. Properties of this size are hard to find!