Located just south of Aldinga Beach Road in a quiet residential precinct and now adjoining the new ‘Latitude’ development, the opportunity exists to retain this substantial residence known as Polkinghorne House and refurbish it if desired. Alternatively redevelop the property and subdivide 3 terrace allotments (STCC) with the sale of the 3 terrace allotments making your acquisition an extremely affordable opportunity to acquire a very special place to call home while still leaving 1700 sqm land. If subdivision is your preferred option, the extensions may be demolished allowing you the opportunity to redevelop the home with brand new extensions.

The stone cottage was originally built in approx. 1843 by Thomas Polkinhorne. Listed as a Local Heritage Place the home was extended more recently and now comprises some 9 rooms.

The fascinating and character laden home retains its early original stone cottage section, along with more recent additions. Superb slate flooring, quaint windows, and Cornish miner’s sized doorways remind you of the cottages heritage. Now offering four bedrooms, a study, and formal and family living areas.

Features include:
- Massive open fire place in the front lounge room, and a handsome wood stove has been retained in the smartly updated kitchen.
- Slow combustion heater in the family room ~ with the magnificent backdrop of an original stone wall adding great warmth and character.
- Beautiful claw footed bath in the large bathroom
- Generous built in storage
- Insulated ceilings (except for the original section)
- Two reverse cycle wall air-conditioners and one cooling only air-conditioner.
- Smartly upgraded kitchen with stainless steel faced oven and cook-top and dishwasher. There is plenty of bench space and cupboard storage.
- 400L hot-water service.
- Safety switch and hardwired smoke alarm
- Shed: 3.5m x 7.6m
- Garden shed
- Fully fenced rear garden with attractive sail cloth patio area.
- Very conveniently located, being just a short stroll from the shopping and Medical facilities of Aldinga Central, and a couple of minutes drive from the beach and several local schools.