***UNDER CONTRACT***
To finalise the estate of the late Mrs Joyce Ellbourn who together with her family resided here for approx 60 years. The property is situated on approx 2,240m2 (approx 1/2 acre) allotment. The land is flat to gently undulating in nature and has an enchanting setting of big gums, elm trees and enjoys frontage to one of Willunga’s permanent creeks which forms the allotments northern boundary. “Buckland House” is one of the oldest documented buildings in Willunga Township dating back to 1847 when the building was used as the first school in Willunga established by Mr and Mrs James and Ann Bassett. Following the construction of the boy’s school next door in 1862 the building was used as a young ladies boarding school up and until 1875, after which it became a private residence.
This Heritage Listed Buckland House is a maze of varying floor levels, various construction types including pug, brick and slate and enjoys numerous interesting nooks and crannies including the cellar room which is still complete with its original baker’s oven.
The building is now in need of refurbishment and modernising however it has not been destroyed by home handyman renovations and clearly offers enormous potential for anyone with a vision. Ring today to make a time to inspect.