‘Thorngrove’ announcing the auction of one of the district’s finest homesteads
Captivating is just one of the many superlatives to describe the beautiful property ‘Thorngrove’ – the circa 1914 residence set upon acreage near the scenic old township of Neerim, in Gippsland.
This renowned property provides a rare opportunity to buy a piece of local history along with its stunning mountain views, the park like grounds and the carefully renovated home - which stays true to its original character alongside its contemporary comforts and luxuries.
From the main road, which finds the convenience of Neerim South in five minutes and Warragul in twenty, a bitumen drive meanders through the hundred year old trees (some heritage listed), extensive lawns and garden beds filled with cottage plantings, to the homestead and garages.
The classic Federation style weatherboard home has stood the test of time and the ageless facade and fixtures inside and out are testament to this fact.
Inside, the home is a fusion of original features, period character and the use of classic materials alongside the discreet inclusion of contemporary comforts like hydronic heating, solar power, modern appliances and a grand extension at the rear, built sensitively to the era of the home.
From the lovely front verandah and leaded door, three of the four bedrooms open to a central hallway – each hardly changed from the original - apart from cosmetic upgrades – with open fire places and gorgeous timber mantle surrounds, high ceiling, picture rails and deep sash windows.
Timber fret work decorates the hallway and the first of two fine living areas opens to the right and incorporates an open plan country kitchen (with all the modern trappings you could want) overlooking a comfortable family room complete with a solid fuel heater beneath a timber mantle.
North facing French doors reveal a stunning alfresco area and the garden views here are breathtaking.
Most of the rear of the home was extended several years ago and includes the unique main bathroom, then, two steps down is a spacious vestibule from where the main bedroom suite (with stunning ensuite and walk in robe), hallway to the rear verandah and an extensive formal lounge and dining room have been added.
These rooms all continue the Federation style and in fact were constructed using timbers, pressed tin and other fixtures recycled from the original Neerim South Public Hall which was built in 1898c.
Along a winding path through the garden is a wonderful studio/summer house (with water and power) which continues the Federation charm and enjoys stunning sunset views across the farmland and nearby mountains from its many windows.
The property consists of six acres of titled land with a further six acres of disused railway line on a 99 year lease - creating a 12 acre hobby farm in total.
Further farm/equine related features included a 20m x 40m all-weather arena, stockyards, cattle race, a large Colorbond shed and various other sundry sheds across the property.
An information memorandum is available on request – call John Rowe from Harcourts Real Estate in Warragul – on 0418 127 423 or 5622 3333.
Inspection is by appointment only. AUCTION DETAILS
DATE: Saturday 25th November, 2017 at 11:00am. ADDRESS: ‘THORNGROVE’ is located at 2765 Main Neerim Road, Neerim.
ENQUIRIES: John Rowe from Harcourts, Warragul 0418 127 23 or 5622 3333.