55 Anderson Road, Bridgewater SA 5155

Cottage – Original 1890 Aldgate Quarry stone building, sympathetically renovated in 2005. An intimate living/dining area with welcoming open fireplace, solid timber flooring and built in shelving. Kitchen with granite benchtops, dishwasher and gas stove, opening through service windows to vast deck. Storage room with pantry and walk-in robe leads to the peaceful parent's retreat. Surrounded by glass doors and windows this space opens out to a private paved courtyard garden, further enhancing the flow between outdoors and in. Incorporating its own solar-heated bathroom with separate toilet, double shower and claw foot bath a large light filled, gas heated, star-gazing, romantic space welcomes a feeling of calm.

Rammed Earth Additional Building – architecturally designed and built in 2008. Undercover decking, lush gardens and floor to ceiling glass effectively link the cottage to this modern two storey masterpiece and both to the outdoors. Double-glazed, solid jarrah doors and windows, solar hot water, passive ventilation, north facing windows and in-slab underfloor heating - this extension has been built with energy efficiency in mind. The spacious open plan living area has local recycled red gum shelving and access to a below ground wine cellar. The stunning bathroom features a two person spa, overhead shower and vanity with a view. Upstairs are two good sized bedrooms, one with built ins and a parapet deck overlooking the north facing private garden with mature trees and lawn – this stylish "treehouse" is an ideal place for children and adults alike, to relax, read a book and soak up the gorgeous garden environment.

There is a secure garage and ample parking on the flat usable private allotment.

The whole family will enjoy the fully fenced and gated private level site with plenty of room for play. Live with nature in the wonderful lush gardens with abundant native birdlife. This secluded Hills property provides multiple living options as the stone cottage could also be used a studio or a self-contained overnight accommodation. This tree-change lifestyle offers the glorious autumn colours, cool green summers and hazy winter days by the warm fire. Embrace the seasons of the Adelaide Hills.

Situated on the sunny summit of the Aldgate Valley the location is stunning with a short walk to the Aldgate Village Shopping centre, and only 30 minute drive to the city via the South Eastern Freeway. Delight in the pleasures of the Hills produce markets and cafes and be spoilt for choice with the options of meals at the Aldgate Pump, Bridgewater Mill and Stirling Hotels. Visit the many nearby Hills cellar doors, pick strawberries at Beerenburg and explore the beautiful Heysen trail.

Excellent Schools nearby including Hills Montessori School (primary 500m, secondary 2.5km), Aldgate Primary School (100m) and Heathfield High (5km).