Built as a two roomed poor man’s cottage, ‘Hill House’ was created from modest beginnings until purchased around 1860 by new owner, district grazier, James Heggie.

With obvious wealth, attention to detail and impressive elaborate style, James Heggie extended his newly named ‘Hill House’ with imposing design, complementing its elevated position of status overlooking tree studded, peaceful settlement of Angaston, just metres below.
“Even back then, position was everything”, comments selling agent David Braunack. Set above the town, the views are very provincial, with the elevation providing a certain standing expected of a prosperous Barossa resident”, added Mr Braunack.

Set on extensive grounds, approximately 3889sqm, Hill House strikes a grand vision amongst terraced gardens of century old hedges and trees. The sweeping driveway, with original gate posts, where well-heeled local property owners would have regally passed for distinguished Heggie gatherings, are still standing today.

Containing four bedrooms and four bathrooms, including the quaint rustic original cottage on the lower level, Hill House has enjoyed the past decade as a luxurious B&B.

Its vast bedroom suites with adjoining bathrooms provide incredible diversity of use. Presenting an exquisite country manor with additional guest suites, as either potential teenage retreat, extended family wing, possible consulting rooms, or continuation of the highly desirable B&B accommodation, its flowing configuration is such that it can be some, all or one.

Heggie’s clear intention to impress is evident throughout, particularly in the Italianate style tower, Widow’s Walk, displayed as a visual sign of wealth. This affluent presence continues amongst the beautifully maintained imported tessellated entry tiles, marble feature pillars, rich polished boards, etched and stained glass, mirrors and fire surrounds from Florence. Pristine and proud, these exquisite characteristics are particularly found in the grand entry, lounge and dining rooms. Adding a further majestic feel are the 15’6″ ceilings boasting tasteful detail and decoration.

Wrap around verandahs with views over the gardens and Barossa Township contains extensive original balustrade and lace work. Its convex appearance has protected beautiful stonework and shaded adoring residences over her long elaborate history. A Mediterranean style alfresco area under 100 year old vine is an additional outdoor place of pleasure.

Current owners also added their own touch with a French provincial kitchen in 2006. Adjacent the family room this fresh and spaciously functional eat-in area also has convenient access to the downstairs dry cellar for entertaining ease. Additional modern day comforts of zoned ducted reverse cycle air conditioning and water conscious gardening systems have also brought her into the 21st century. Above all, is the obvious love of class and classic beauty that has seen enduring and highly respected custodianship of this historic homestead. Details that will not go unnoticed by future custodians.

At just around an hour north of Adelaide, it’s convenient access and lifestyle attraction is enhanced by the surrounding beauty of Barossa Valley and residing at one of her best – iconic Hill House.