A Century of Character, Reimagined for Modern Family Living
If these walls could talk, they would speak of long summers by the pool, slow mornings on the verandah, and evenings that stretch effortlessly from kitchen to garden.
This beautifully preserved and thoughtfully extended early-1900s stone residence is one of those homes that feels immediately settled - grounded in history, yet entirely suited to modern family life. Over recent years it has been carefully refined to enhance both its character and its liveability, resulting in a home that feels generous, warm, and quietly impressive.
At its heart, this is a family home in the truest sense. Four well-proportioned bedrooms sit within the original stone footprint, offering separation and calm when it's time to retreat, while the living spaces unfold to the rear in a way that invites connection, conversation, and entertaining on any scale.
The kitchen anchors the home - a space designed to be used, shared, and enjoyed. A substantial timber-topped island naturally becomes the gathering point, while the freestanding Falcon cooker, with gas cooktop, twin electric ovens and warming drawer, speaks to serious functionality without sacrificing charm. Storage is abundant, and the overall aesthetic remains timeless rather than trend-driven.
From here, stacking doors dissolve the boundary between inside and out, opening to a covered entertaining zone that seamlessly links the main house with the pool house beyond. This connection is where the home truly comes into its own - an indoor-outdoor flow that works year-round and adapts effortlessly as families grow and change.
The pool house has evolved into a versatile second living zone - equally suited as a games room, teenage retreat, home office or guest space - complete with its own bathroom. Overlooking the in-ground pool and framed by handcrafted local stone walls, the entire rear garden carries a relaxed, resort-style atmosphere that feels private, established, and inviting.
Outdoors, the classic bull-nose verandah wraps the home on three sides, offering shaded spaces to sit, read, entertain or simply watch the seasons change. Original features remain proudly on display: soaring 3.5-metre ceilings, polished timber floors, and corrugated metal ceilings that quietly remind you of the home's heritage.
Practicality has not been overlooked. A substantial workshop and shed at the rear provides approximately 18 metres by 7.5 metres of space, incorporating undercover parking for two vehicles and ample room for storage, hobbies or projects. Sustainability is well considered, with solar power, extensive rainwater storage connected to the home, and strong insulation throughout.
Set within the heart of Strathalbyn, the home enjoys the charm and convenience that make this historic township so tightly held. Just under an hour from Adelaide via the South Eastern Freeway, Strathalbyn is known for its heritage streetscapes, cafes, markets and sense of community, while also serving as a gateway to the Fleurieu Peninsula, Langhorne Creek wine region, McLaren Vale beaches and the Adelaide Hills.
This is a home with soul - one that has already held many chapters, and is ready for the next family to write their own.
Features we love:
Early 1900s stone construction with red brick quoins
Classic bull-nose verandah wrapping three sides
Approx. 3.5-metre ceilings throughout the original home
Polished timber floors and original corrugated metal ceilings
Light-filled rear extension with easy-care bamboo flooring
Four generous bedrooms
Three bathrooms plus separate WC
Expansive kitchen with Falcon freestanding cooker and large island
Seamless indoor-outdoor entertaining linking to pool and pool house
In-ground swimming pool framed by handcrafted local stone walls
Pool house with bathroom - ideal second living, games room or office
Large rear workshop/shed with undercover parking for two vehicles
10 kw solar system with 24kw of battery storage and a hybrid inverter.
Approximately 44,000L rainwater plumbed to the house (switchable to mains)
Well insulated throughout
NBN available
Ducted air conditioning
Backs onto reserve
Property ID: #L18880454
