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Standing at the centre of its elevated parcel to look over Bridgwater Oval with a sense of pride is one of the most intriguing - and beautiful - homes in the Adelaide Hills.
Welcome to 'The Bungalow'; built C1880 by Colonel William Barber of the British India Forces, inspired by the Indian bungalows of a bygone era, made to shine in a hot Australian summer.
What began its days as a summer house for the Colonel's wife, Janet, is today as much an efficient, solar powered and flexible family home as it is such a charming expedition to another time and place.
Set at at the centre of its near-level plot, this stone-constructed home couldn't be better placed on some 3024sqm, just a 3-minute walk from The Bridgewater Inn.
Delve deeper to see how this 3 bedroom treasure surrounds its central thermal living space - with the added bonus of a rather special studio/guests room/retreat.
The entire home is centred around a huge living room with soaring vaulted timber ceilings - the gateway to three bedrooms, updated kitchen and a conservatory with ornate arched entry door, exotic lighting, tessellated tiles and a 180-degree garden view.
The genius in its design: the way every space that feeds the living room offers an opening to the outside world, creating a passive cross breeze you can actively manipulate by simply opening doors and closing others.
For a home that was clearly ahead of its time, the updated bathroom and kitchen - boasting stone tops, Miele dishwasher, vintage style Belling oven and floating oak floors - ensure it remains that way. Welcome to 'The Bungalow'.
More to love:
- Powerful solar system for heavily reduced energy bills
- Beautifully presented grounds with sweeping gravel driveway, powered shed and lush gardens
- Alfresco patio/pergola with cafe blinds
- Wood fireplaces and efficient split R/C
- Loads of storage, including built-in robes to bedrooms 1 and 2
- Freestanding tub, walk-in shower and oversized stone-topped vanity to updated bathroom
- Onsite parking for multiple vehicles
- Gas hot water
- Garden shed, veggie garden and a 'fort' for the kids
- Just a 12-minute drive from the Tollgate
- Walking distance from pub, the Bridgewater Mill, local school, supermarket, oval and more.
Specifications:
CT / 6097/830
Council / Adelaide Hills
Zoning / Rural Neighbourhood
Built / 1880
Land / 3024m2
Frontage / 48.36m
Council Rates / $3,000pa
SA Water / $347.68pq
ES Levy / $185.45pa
Nearby Schools / Bridgewater Primary School, Aldgate Primary School, Heathfield Primary School, Mylor Primary School, Heathfield High School, Oakbank Area School, Mount Barker High School, Urrbrae Agricultural High School
All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own inquiries and obtain their own legal advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts.
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