This grand Italianate solid brick building was built by renowned architect William C. Vahland in 1878 and remains one of Bridgewater”s most elegant landmarks. The former National Bank of Australasia is just 200 metres from the Loddon River, a notable venue for water sports, and lends itself to elegant residency, a studio or gallery, bed and breakfast accommodation or tourist enterprise. Aesthetic period features include bluestone foundations, original bank vault, 14″ ceilings, archways, open fireplaces and original polished floorboards. Displaying the graciousness of a bygone era, the home includes formal entrance, large lounge, three bedrooms plus a study, beautifully refurbished bathroom with claw foot bath and updated kitchen/meals with Miele appliances, dishwasher, underbench oven, induction cook top and stainless steel bench tops. There is also an enclosed verandah and detached laundry with second toilet. Tasteful decor, new wool carpets and five inverter split system reverse cycle air conditioners are notable features. Other attributes on the half-acre allotment include two road frontages, tank and town water, underground well, old two storey coach house, brick stables and sundry shedding. Situated approximately 25 minutes from Bendigo and 1.75 hours from Melbourne, this is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle but still have access to city conveniences.