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This enchanting 2-storey residence is steep in history with its origins dating back as early as 1830 and being the FIRST Hotel in Guildford (C1836 to C1896) with beers brewed on site and later being used as a School - forming the embryo of Guildford Grammar by Guildford Grammar's former Headmaster, Mr Bennett.
Set on a vast 1877 SQM of prime land offering a semi-rural "style" of living, this magnificent historic residence encompasses approximately 400 SQM of living UMR in the Main Residence with the capacity for up to 6 bedrooms with 2 massive living rooms.
A separate Pool House adjacent to the 11m x 5m below-ground pool is set out as a guest Bedroom, Bathroom, Large Games/Teenage Retreat (a perfect Artist's Studio!) plus large Storeroom. An additional double Carport/Workshop area and sensational Greenhouse are also incorporated in this area and all contribute to the substantial dimensions of this remarkable home.
INTERNAL FEATURES:
• Featuring many rooms within, the configuration of these can vary to suit up to 6 bedrooms whilst still providing two massive Family Living areas. The current furnishings depict 4 Bedrooms upstairs plus 4 additional rooms downstairs (large Open Plan Living & Dining opening to the pool, large Formal Dining (also offering pool access), Elegant Sitting Room & Large Study.
• The elegant main bedroom upstairs, complete with exquisite fireplace, enjoys its own front verandah access and separate elegant en-suite featuring double vanity with granite bench-tops & oregon timber doors, large walk-in shower and separate WC.
• A grand central jarrah staircase features in the centre of the home. Preserved hand sawn timber floorboards lie under the carpet.
• Original sheok shingles above the kitchen area have been lovingly preserved and can be seen from the open plan living downstairs and original shingles still remain under the main iron roof today.
• A delightful and well thought out country kitchen opens via the servery to the large open plan and is set behind a feature wall of exposed and meticulously restored 1850's brickwork. The kitchen also features granite bench-tops and cherry-wood cupboard doors.
• A spectacular crystal window depicting the Southern Cross together with a coloured lead-light drop pendant (found on the property) feature in the open plan living.
• Spectacular views of pool and garden throughout most rooms in the home.
• Ducted R/C A/C and Wall Mounted R/C A/C to Open Plan
• Security System
EXTERNAL FEATURES:
• 11M x 5M sparkling below-ground pool (auto chlorination)
• Sensational Poolhouse - Set up as Bedroom, Bathroom, Large Teenager Retreat/Games and separate Store Room. This would make an ideal Artist's Studio!
• Outdoor entertaining courtyards
• Fish Pond complete with fish and frogs
• Large Store
• Enormous dedicated Shadehouse with water tank, lighting, and reticulated misting system
• Great kids cubby within the gardens under the canopy of a large laurel camphor
• An abundance of established fruit trees including plumcott, grapes, avocado, fig, citrus etc
• Workshop area & undercover Carport parking for 4 vehicles and easy parking space around the property for an additional 4 vehicles.
• Solar Panels
LOCATION:
• Minutes walking to Prestigious Guildford Grammar (co-educational for Boys & Girls)
• Easy walking to train
• 15 min to CBD
GENERAL:
Block Size: 1877 sqm
Year Built: Circa 1850
Total SQM UMR: 400 (approximately)
Title Details: Lot 300 on Plan 302789 (Vol 2061/Fol 788)
Zoning: R5 - LPS 17 - Residential (Not Subdivisible)
Water Rates (18/19): $1205 p/a
Council Land Rates (19/20): $2580 p/a (approx)
HISTORY:
Guildford was settled in 1829 and our town has recently been classified as a Historic Town and subsequently entered onto the State Register- Heritage Council - State Heritage Office - Guildford Historic Town Place Number 02915.
10 James Street Guildford is recognised as being the Former Liverpool Arms Hotel & Former Devenish Hotel - State Registered Place No: 04092
For a private viewing, or any additional information on this magnificent historic home please call Heidi McAtee on 0406 321 770 any time.
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