Every now & then the opportunity to purchase a piece of history comes along & the Rossbridge Primary School has just been listed For Sale, offering a rare & unique opportunity for the right buyer to maintain its historic glory whilst giving it a new lease of life. With the Rossbridge Primary School operating for over 121 years & closing in 1993 the property has been well maintained, the original building & structures including commemorative plaques & school signage are in good condition. The school grounds still showcase kids monkey bars, toilet block & playground which overlooks neighbouring farmland. Previously used as a holiday home purchasers could continue this on or take advantage of the perfect country escape & operate an AirBnB or campground.
Both the cottage and school are set up with satellite NBN internet via Skymesh
Private but not remote the heritage property sits less than a 20-minute drive South of Ararat, 45 minutes to the tourist destination Halls Gap & 1 hour 15 min West of Ballarat.
THE COTTAGE
Inside the former school bluestone cottage residence there is new carpet & fresh paint throughout. Two bedrooms both with BIRs whilst the master showcases a gorgeous overmantel fireplace. The updated bathroom features a separate shower & bath, the classic kitchen features electric cooking and wood heating, the lounge is fitted with gas heating & split system heating cooling for year-round comfort. Outside the front verandah overlooks the picturesque school yard & at the rear of the property there is a single garage/workshop.
THE SCHOOL
The moment you enter the front door to the Rossbridge Primary School you can sense the immense history, the open plan living centerpiece is the fireplace, plus a mezzanine floor for single story residence. Options are endless for this beautiful building which would make the ultimate home office, studio or living quarters.
Two Lots to be sold as one (Incorporating 6814 Mortlake-Ararat Road & 11 Grange Road, Rossbridge)
For Sale by Online Auction, Thursday 27th of October 2022 at 11:00am
Deposit: 10% on signing
Settlement: 60 days
Property ID: #L20388077
