Mirboo North’s most recognizable and historic building is undoubtedly the original “Colonial Bank of Australasia” Built in 1907 this establishment stands as a testimony to our rich Australian architectural heritage. On amalgamation in 1918 the National Australia Bank held the reins until 1989 when it then passed into the caring hands of private ownership. Today it operates as The Old colonial Bank of Antiques & Craft. Now it’s your chance to purchase this glorious, grand old building where you can live and work from home in a life style environment that’s unique and totally different.
The building is all timber with 10″ cedar ship lap weather boards on the facade with lathe and plaster interior walls. Heavy timber doors open up to reveal the grand hall entrance with its arch way enticing you through. Towering over head are pressed metal ceilings of various patterns and design. Wide molded skirting and architraves continue through out. Although there have been some subtle changes with the introduction of a modern kitchen and bathroom the building still retains its original brick strong room with steel door. Distinctive features such as timber double hung windows with overhead lead lighting, marble and mahogany fire surrounds and Baltic timber flooring. Well maintained, the building has been re-stumped, re-roofed. The asking price of this fine building also includes the business component. If required our vendor is offering the business at “no charge” With 20 years of established clientele your only cost is stock at valuation. Adjoining the Old Colonial Bank building is a totally separate title. Measuring 1200m2(approx) this level allotments is home to another building that is locally known as “Fairy’s butchers” shop. This solid old building with its Baltic pine lining interior has an under cover side entrance that allows all weather access to and from these two premises. This has allowed our vendor to comfortably expand her antique business. Fairy’s butcher shop block can be purchased separately or in partnership with The Old Colonial Bank. Mirboo North is in the heart of the Strzelecki Ranges and is a destination point for many tourists traveling through from the Eastern sea board to South Gippsland and Philip Island.