Formerly the O’Connell Police Station ( circa 1865) on a private and secure half acre block surrounded by the historic O’Connell plains which have inspired generations of artists, including Brett Whiteley. This original double brick home has been completely renovated and boasts a new roof; new wiring; new plumbing; new bathrooms; new kitchen and remote control driveway gates.
The main house features three generous bedrooms; a study; an exceptionally large bath and shower room; guest powder room; internal laundry; large sun-drenched kitchen with informal living and dining and large open fire. The original home also boasts a double size living room with combustion fire and original floorboards throughout.
The new ‘Lock-Up’ is a self-contained brick 50 sq m studio featuring large barn doors; a limestone bathroom; separate library and large studio/living or display area.
The barn, originally the old police stables, features a loft space and internal stairs with a rear window of paned coloured squares salvaged from a local convent.
Within walking distance of the Fish River, abundant water is a reality with a large underground water tank and a bore, plus a river pump and a further two above ground water tanks. The feature lawns boast in-built sprinkler systems.
This exceptional historic home is situated between Bathurst and Oberon just 3 hours from Sydney CBD and within either a 3 km walk/run or drive of the famous O’Connell Hotel and nearby O’Connell Cafe – perfect for early morning Fish River Roasters Coffee. In purchasing the Old O’Connell Police Station, you will not only be buying a significant part of Australia’s early history, you will also be acquiring a rare parcel of land in a Historic Village – a home with ‘stolen views’ of neighbouring properties; cattle; horses and sheep – without the hassle and expense, let alone stress of farming life. #00755