"The Manse" is a grand residence, perfectly situated on a quiet corner site (1568m2) just minutes’ walk to Mullumbimby township. Built in 1906 by the Presbyterian Church for the local minister it is one of the area’s most recognisable landmarks.
Painstakingly restored in 2005, the home features modern amenities that complement its old world charm. The owner engaged the services of architect Toni Appleton and builder Phil Harcourt who surpassed all expectations to present major renovations that enhance
the many original features of the home.
Some of the homes lovingly restored interior detail includes:11 Foot ceilings, hipped gable roof (replaced and fully insulated), cedar fireplace, stained leadlight entry doors, original windows, decorative pressed metal walls and ceilings, rosewood flooring, federation timber joinery detail, original light fittings and brass switches.
The new kitchen has hoop pine cabinetry with two pack finish,
granite bench tops Miele dishwasher and Ilve stove and oven set within the original brick chimney.
The main bedroom
has been extended to incorporate a new ensuite and a custom designed dressing room. The second bedroom is spacious and fitted with built in robes.
A large third bedroom or informal lounge room opens to a beautiful wide enclosed veranda creating
two sunrooms.
The dining and family room areas have natural light streaming through pretty stained glass windows that overlook the garden.
The formal lounge room opens to a large veranda overlooking lovingly improved and established gardens and the fully tiled pool edged with travertine.
A new hardwood fence of unequalled quality completely surrounds the property with electric gate entry. There is a new garden shed, and the double remote controlled garage and surrounding patio is finished with a tiled floor. The property has a second (Council approved) street access.
Set in one of the prettiest streets of Mullumbimby this home is incredibly private and peaceful and only a 15 minute drive to Byron Bay.
Every inch of this exquisite residence has been detailed to the highest quality and restored authentically.