19 Church Hill Road, Echunga

SOLD By John Sexton!

Historic Landmark Property for Sale for the First Time in 40 Years.

This property boasts a well maintained and wonderfully refurbished character sandstone home built in 1870, adjoining a separate art studio, and the heritage listed 1862 Echunga School building, surrounded by an established and productive garden.

Purchased by the current owners in 1983, the house has been tastefully renovated and transformed over the past 40 years and offers comfortable modern living while still maintaining the charm and grace of the historic building.
With spectacular views over the garden from the large windows, the kitchen is the heart of this home, providing the room to host family and friends with the stunning backdrop of treetops and rolling hills.
The separate lounge provides the perfect space for comfortable relaxing all year round with an open fireplace and access to the side verandah.
There are 3 spacious bedrooms , 2 with fireplaces, one ( currently used as an office ) with original cedar cupboards.
Light filled and expansive, the attached studio is simply superb. With a high ceiling and a peaceful outlook it offers a flexible multi-purpose space for reflection and creativity.

The old Schoolhouse, in original condition, built in 1862, is a feature of the property and opens itself to a range of possibilities (STCC). Built from local stone with 50 cm thick walls with a vaulted ceiling, it has the original painted blackboard, a fireplace and the paintwork from the school days.

With a selection of large deciduous trees, extensive plantings, and a vegetable patch this is a garden that surprises, delights and provides joy all year round. Well established, it is easy to maintain and adds so much to the enjoyment of this property.
The property has a productive bore & a large in-ground RW concrete tank for water security with Wi-Fi integrated irrigation for the garden plus a roof top Solar System (installed 2 years ago).

Set overlooking the township and adjoining farm, this is a wonderful hills property that wraps itself around those who reside here and provides a space for a private & independent lifestyle.
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure 19 Church Hill Road.

The Echunga township is surrounded by picturesque hills farmland and given its central location has quick access to Hahndorf, Mount Barker, Kuitpo Forest, the Fleurieu and Adelaide.