ARCHITECTURALLY UNIQUE – HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT – ON 2 ACRES SURROUNDED BY FARMLAND.

The original site of the Mardan State School (Number 2156) was established in 1884 with the existing building being rebuilt by the Department of Public Works in 1909 to educate the farming communities of Mirboo North and neighbouring Mardan.

THE UNIQUE ARCHITECTURE REMAINS TODAY – wide timber weatherboards, multi-paned double hung windows, high stepped-out gable ends, lofty ceilings, timber lined interiors and curved-brick open fireplace. Even the original blackboards, teacher’s cupboards and tack shed remain.

Located just 6 kilometers from the Mirboo North Township, and with access from a quiet country lane, the beautifully balanced 2 acre property is less than 15 minutes from the thriving regional centre of Leongatha.

The essential structural elements of plumbing, electrical wiring, concrete stumps and roof have all been renewed and a new instantaneous gas hot water system, two water pumps (connected to 15,000 gallons of rainwater), a filtration system, ceiling fans, reverse cycle air conditioning and external sensor lights have been installed.

Modern-day conveniences also include a computer nook, European cooking appliances (gas & electric), dishwasher, deep claw-foot bath, outdoor pizza oven and paved terraces. The driveway to the property has been resurfaced, the century-old Cedars, Oaks and Blackwoods (planted by past students on Arbor Days) have been professionaly pruned and cottage gardens installed.

The home comfortably sleeps 6 with a sleeping loft, a double bed concealed in a cupboard, and a sofa bed.

A SMALL PIECE OF SOUTH GIPPSLAND HERITAGE PRESERVED.