This high-calibre historic residence comes with a semi-rural lifestyle attached. Photo: McCann Properties.
Standing tall on Gunning’s main thoroughfare is a regal building with plenty of stories to tell.
Built in the late 1800s as the Commercial Bank of Sydney, 105 Yass Street is well over a century old. These days, though, it’s an elegant five-bedroom, two-bathroom home that accentuates original features while offering all the expected modern comforts. The residence stands on an oversized block of 2521 square metres, surrounded by country gardens and mature eucalypts.
Rural sales specialist Ian Blackburn of McCann Properties describes the home as a prime example of late Victorian rural architecture.
“From 14-foot ceilings with decorative panels and ornate chandeliers to original Yellowbox hardwood flooring and no less than seven fireplaces, every room has features that are steeped in history,” he says.
“Even the old bank vault remains, though it has been converted into a convenient wine cellar.”
The atmosphere here is certainly grand but also comfortable. There are a variety of inviting spaces to unwind in, including a spacious lounge and sitting room, a formal dining room, and a relaxed meals area.
The kitchen is simple but modern, with an electric cooktop, dishwasher and loads of storage.
Two country-style bathrooms are shared by five bedrooms. Each bedroom has access to either the sunny front porch, bordered by manicured shrubs with views to Gunning’s main street, or the enclosed back verandah.
Said verandah overlooks a vast, private backyard with established lawns, towering gum trees, and a brick arbour covered in wisteria and climbing roses.
Visitors’ eyes are immediately drawn to the yard’s unique centrepiece – a circular water fountain reminiscent of Renaissance gardens.
“It’s easy to imagine hosting garden parties or Christmas lunches with friends and family here, with the trickling fountain as your backdrop,” Ian says.
“The original stables have been carefully refurbished into a quaint studio, perfect for hobbyists and creatives. There’s also a garden shed for extra storage.”
Gunning is a quintessential country town about an hour from central Canberra. Ian has lived here for more than a decade and describes the community as welcoming and authentic, with friendly residents who look after one another.
“Gunning is a great little town that punches well above its weight in terms of amenity,” he says.
“We have a brilliant local primary school, a diverse business district and plenty of local attractions to explore, including the Pye Cottage Museum, a vibrant monthly market, Fossil Rock and nearby Wombeyan Caves.
“This home is ideally positioned in the heart of town. It would suit a growing family looking for space, amenities and that picture-perfect, semi-rural lifestyle that our community so loves.”
This breathtaking property at 105 Yass Street in Gunning has a buyer guide of $1,300,000. To find out more about this charming historic property or book a private inspection, contact Ian Blackburn on 0411 665 503.
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Original Article published by Morgan Kenyon on Riotact.
