* UNDER CONTRACT *
Tucked away on a quiet no-through road, this small acreage property is a hidden gem with grand aspirations. Blending the charm of history with the comfort of modern living, it features one of Harrogate’s earliest buildings – a two-room stone cottage built in 1862 by blacksmith Wilhelm Graeber – alongside a contemporary residence constructed in 2013.
Nestled on the edge of the township, the property boasts stunning views of Mount Beevor and the Bremer Ranges, which are particularly captivating at sunset.
There’s space for a pony – and a stable to match! Embrace the tranquillity of country life with a handful of sheep, perhaps an alpaca or two, and a flock of hens happily nestled in their cosy chicken coop.
Settler’s Cottage c1862:
– Character-filled original cottage built circa 1862 by local blacksmith Wilhelm Graeber
– Matchboard timber and metal mini-orb ceilings
– Stained glass French doors and leadlight casement windows
– Baltic pine timber flooring throughout
– Cosy pot belly log fire for winter warmth
– Modern country-style kitchen with ceramic double sink, Caesarstone benchtops, and electric appliances (including dishwasher)
– Two bedrooms – one with new carpet, one with floor-to-ceiling cedar windows
– Central bathroom with heritage charm
– Elevated timber deck and patio with easterly views across rolling farmland
Modern Residence c 2013:
– Elevated with an outlook over the cottage garden
– Light and bright living area
– Full width lounge / living / kitchen
– Two bedrooms
– Bathroom, concealed laundry
– Full width timber deck patio verandah
– Further scope to extend if required
The abundance of shedding includes:
– Modern 16m x 7m garage with three roller doors (perfect for the car enthusiast), concrete floor, light, power, Solar panel system with 17 panels, workshop space
– Modern 11m x 6m three-sided garage, including the ‘She Shed’ home studio and tack area
– Original red brick studio/rumpus room
– Pony stable
– 7m x 3.5m storage tack plus horse shelter
– Small pump shed covering stone lined well
The property is exceptionally well-equipped for self-sufficiency, with rainwater storage quoted at over 150,000-litres, including a 100,000-litre Colorbond tank.
Established in 1858/59, Harrogate is one of South Australia’s earliest rural townships – rich in history and heritage. Harrow Farm is part of that story, with the original cottage featured in a historical black and white photograph (pictured to the right of the church).
A brief written history of the property is available for interested buyers.
*Optional adjoining 2,048sqm Title (half-acre) Fronting Harrogate Road $300k-$330k
