In 1857, William Rogers built this beautiful house Sandergrove for the Rogers family. The home has seen many changes to both the township of Sandergrove and property itself over the years. There have been many additions and alterations to the property which would have been a hive of activity on its day.
Changing ownership only a few times since leaving the original family’s hands, each owner has ensured that the charm and character of yesteryear has not been lost, however it is to the current owners credit that the heritage and originality of the property has been restored.
Situated in the heart of Sandergrove and spread over approximately 90 elevated acres, the property enjoys views over the neighbouring farming land and extend as far as the Coorong.
The magnificent Bay Window Return Verandah homestead, was built using local blue stone and is full of charm and character, with the future use of the property only limited by the imagination of the purchasers.
A grand hall way features a decorative arch, pressed metal ceilings, timber floors and quality light fittings.
A formal sitting room is located at the front of the home. An original open fire place with marble mantel provides the ideal place to sit on a winters afternoon and watch the rain roll in over the farm through the French doors.
Entertaining on a grand scale can be accommodated in the 6m x 8m ball room. The bay window provides a grand back drop to the room and again an open fire place features a marble mantel. The polished floor boards are in excellent condition with the high skirting’s and doors finished with a feathered effect. Recently brought back to life, the pressed metal ceilings and cornicing are finished in a deep red colour with edging featuring flowers.
Comprising a beautiful timber kitchen which has been upgraded in recent years yet still displays a traditional feel. Modern conveniences such as a dishwasher, gas cook top and electric oven, sink, spacious walk in pantry and plenty of both under bench and over head cupboard space make everyday living easy.
An island bench doubles as a breakfast bar and provides an informal division to the casual living area. A slow combustion heater has been placed in the original fireplace and slate flooring together with high ceilings and picture windows gives the home a warm and welcoming feeling which extends throughout the home.
With direct access to the side garden, the old smokers room is currently used as a den or reading room. There is a separate office and timber lined store room.
Formal dining is in the heart of the home. Again an original fire place is the centrepiece of the room, together with the deep decore this home radiates warmth.
The dining room opens to a sunroom which is lined with screened windows overlooking a wisteria vine.
There are five bedrooms in the home. All bedrooms have floor boards and are of a good size with two with open fireplaces.
There are two bathrooms in the home. The main bathroom has seen a recent upgrade and features quality white tiles from floor to ceiling, a large wall mounted mirror and a wood carved vanity with a marble top. The bathroom is complete with toilet, large shower and direct outdoor access.
A second bathroom is located outside under the side verandah. This is very convenient when gardening or entertaining guests in one of the many garden rooms that surround the home.
At the rear of the home a spacious laundry provides additional storage, a convenient entrance when entering the home with shopping or when wet.
The original staff quarters are joined to the home with a decked area and although currently being used for storage these rooms would be ideal for a home office, craft area, gym or teenagers retreat.
Accessed from the side verandah, the large dry cellar is still in original condition and the ideal place for wine storage.
A workman’s cottage is also on the property. Comprising two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and Bathroom this would be ideal for a bed and breakfast (subject to council consents).
Outside there are numerous outbuildings including an original four stand shearing shed with sheep yards close by, blacksmiths work shop, tool shed with cobble stone floors, sheltered stone courtyard stables which could be utilised as a propagation area for a market garden. A car garage with power connected is located close to the home.
An extensive vegetable garden is covered with netting keeping the birds out. This area then leads to a chook run.
There is abundant rain water storage which is plumbed to the kitchen, mains water is supplied to the property
Facing south east the homestead has been Maintained and all maintenance has been completed with quality.
Steeped in history, when placed on the market, will create interest from far and wide.
Built to stand the test of time this property enjoys the
charm and character of yesteryear and the excitement of its future ….