This glorious example of late Victorian/Edwardian architecture was originally built for Thomas Walker of Roper and Walker National Stores, purveyors of drapery, ironmongery, grocery and fancy goods.

The period flourishes are retained with marble and ornate timber fireplaces, pressed metal ceilings, French doors and superb joinery. The structure is in good condition and is Heritage listed in the Local Plan, State Heritage Plan, National Trust and also the Royal Institute of Architects.

This stately residence is situated in a prominent position on a corner block on the main street of Tenterfield which will become a village street when our heavy vehicle bypass is complete. There are two other significant homes on opposite corners and is approx. 850m from the shopping centre.

The land is 4,021m (approx. 1 acre) in size and is on two separate titles. A custom-built period style 20×8 metre barn with mezzanine floor sits on the same title as the home, while a second 10.5×7 metre garage (both approved by Heritage) is situated on the second title and could be sold off if desired.

There are five exquisite rooms, currently configured as three bedrooms, living room and dining room. The kitchen had a commercial conversion several years ago when the property was operated as a restaurant and the fixtures that were required at the time are still present, along with two customer toilets that are situated a few metres from the house in a separate building.

Magnificent gardens surround the home, lovingly created and maintained by the current owner and they are just delightful, with several zones, walkways and abundant features. The second title has plantings of various trees with lane access to the eastern side.

Other features include:

• Polished floorboards
• Generous hallways
• Huge walk in pantry
• Gas commercial range
• Leadlight windows
• Claw foot bath
• Ornate Wunderlich pressed metal and plaster ceilings – unique to each room
• Intricate fireplaces throughout that have not seen much use, according to the owner
• Wide verandahs to three sides
• Double carport
• Period Storage shed
• Commercial possibilities subject to council approval

For more information or an inspection, please contact Carol Axworthy seven days on 0411 229 011.