Phone Enquiry ID: 231354
This spacious and historically significant country home, constructed in 1932 from locally-milled cypress pine, sits proudly on a large double corner block of 2022sqm, with rear lane access. Positioned on one of the highest and most central points in town, the property enjoys excellent street appeal, flood-free security and a prominent location just a short walk from all local amenities.
The home offers two generously sized double bedrooms plus two large enclosed verandah areas that would serve equally well as additional sleeping areas, sunrooms, offices or work spaces.
A separate formal living room features a unique Art Deco "pantheon" plaster dome ceiling and an open fire place, whilst the adjoining dining room opens through sliding glass doors onto the expansive wrap-around verandah. The old galley-style kitchen is compact yet still very functional. It is complimented by a modern bathroom, a separate toilet and an internal laundry. A small covered porch at the rear of the property adds further practicality.
Throughout the main areas of the home, the original Art Deco plaster ceilings and stunning walls remain intact adding a unique period charm rarely found in homes of that era, today. The beautiful entry foyer is also a standout feature.
This property is well equipped for modern living with 8 solar panels, including a new solar inverter, a Solar Hart hot water system, three large water tanks, a near new ducted, temperature-controlled evaporative cooling system, roof insulation, grey water system and a small garden shed.
Three raised veggie patches and a small orchard planted out with various fruit and nut trees offer scope for self-sufficiency and heaps of future cost-of-living savings.
Inside, there is near-new, coffee-coloured w/w carpet in the living and bedroom areas, timber-look vinyl flooring in the high traffic areas and dining room and white timber venetians throughout.
The sale also includes all the outdoor furniture, some modern storage systems and an electric wood burner currently situated in the fire place.
Tottenham is a farming community located approx 140km west of Dubbo and around the same distance northwest of Parkes. It is renowned for being the closest town to the centre of NSW.
Tottenham offers all essential services, making it a highly liveable rural town. Within a very short walk of the home, you will find:
a central school; child care centre; public swimming pool; MPS hospital; medical centre; dispensing pharmacy; post office and newsagent; Foodworks supermarket and bottle shop; hotel and restaurant; cafe; rural traders and 24hr fuel outlet; EV charging station, Western Farm Machinery and mechanic; Tourist Information Centre and craft shop, golf club; caravan park; police station; solicitors, hairdressers and beauty services, sportsground; skatepark, outdoor fitness centre; tennis courts and a racecourse where the famed Tottenham Picnic Races are held once a year. It has a CWA, Lions Club, the Tottenham Town Band, a Youth Club, Pony Club and a Men's Shed.
And it has a weekly bus service to Dubbo.
Historically, this home has served the community in multiple roles. Built originally in 1932 as a private residence, it was later annexed by the NSW Government to provide a nurses' quarters for the nearby hospital. It has also served as a baby health centre and medical centre. The state government owned and maintained this property right up until 2010 after which the hospital's main buildings, situated on the block next door and to the rear of the existing home were demolished or relocated.
Today it is occupied by an "artist in residence" who has adapted two of the main rooms for use as an art studio and private gallery.
With town water, sewer connection, access to the Essential Energy power grid, both VAST and Sky Muster satellite dishes already installed and 4G mobile coverage, the home is ready for immediate enjoyment.
Its location, size, historical value and unique Art Deco character present an outstanding opportunity for a home-based business, creative use or lifestyle residence at the right price.
However, because it is such a unique, historical offering, buyers will need to make a purchase submission for the vendor's consideration.
Contract of Sale and Planning Certificate available.
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