A lifestyle property combining the peace of the South Coast with a distinctly Mediterranean atmosphere awaits the discerning buyer.

Originally St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, this late Victorian Gothic building, designed circa 1896, has Moruya granite base footings, operating copper belltower and a soaring spire. The beautiful stained glass windows invoke the Church’s heritage.

The building has lovingly and painstakingly undergone a complete internal renovation creating an awe inspiring home with an amazing ambiance.

Situated on the Clyde River, Nelligen is an idyllic location and offers your very own Escape from the City. 8 minutes along the Kings Highway to Batemans Bay Shops, 2 hours from Canberra or 3.5 hours from Sydney, the quaint, historic village offers a lively cafe lifestyle, boat ramps, parklands and a daily ferry river cruise.

The property is 1,558m2 with lovely cottage style landscaped gardens and a North/West placement with stunning and expansive views of the Budawang Range from its hilltop position.

The ground floor has beautiful hardwood flooring throughout and an open plan guest bedroom. The large kitchen, with all cabinet doors carved in Bali, occupies the original altar space. The second bathroom/laundry is located in the original Vestry. Two newly installed sets of French doors lead East and West to outdoor terraces. Accessed via a spiral staircase with decorative iron balustrades, the Mezzanine floor, contains the main bedroom, bathroom, wardrobe and study space.

The property has a recently installed fully automated sewerage system, 2 x 20,000 litre water tanks and gas connection. A previous DA exists for a 3 bedroom home to be built at the Southern end of the property which could be reinstated (STCA). Zoned RU5 (Village). There is sufficient space for a studio or conservatory.

Rates are approximately $1,245.60/yr.

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