Built by Bidulf Henning in 1890, brother to the famous author Rachel Henning, this superb example of master craftsmanship is perfectly positioned in old Bowral and only a short walk into town. The extraordinary attention to detail and the meticulous restoration over the years has resulted in arguably one of the finest homes of this period still standing today. An inviting wide entrance hallway leads to a gorgeous open plan family and dining area with partial raked ceilings and opening to both a verandah and sheltered porch. Adjoining this is the delightful kitchen with first class fixtures, fittings and the most clever set-up of cupboards, drawers and storage nooks I’ve seen. There are four bedrooms and three bathrooms, an office or fifth bedroom, a private formal lounge/tv room, spacious laundry and a fabulous studio/workshop with its own verandah hidden behind the double garage. The bullnose verandahs are finished in fine timbers with ornate cast-iron work. Gas fired hydronic central heating and ducted R/C airconditioning combines with extensive roof and floor insulation to provide a very comfortable environment in all seasons. There are four cast iron gas fires located in the family, formal lounge, master second bedrooms.1641m2 of mature grounds with pathways, picket fencing, garden shed and a wonderful pagoda housing the outdoor spa. Kauri and Tassie oak floors, 10 foot ceilings, classic cornices. All the modern comforts combined with age old charm and character, ‘Bentham’ is simply oozing WOW factor.