57 Fox Creek Road Cudlee Creek SA 5232

This majestic old stone home is nestled into the landscape in this sheltered valley and surrounded by nature and mature gardens. There are 4 or 5 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and large light filled rooms with towering 3.6m high ceilings. The home has been lovingly restored by the current owners over the past 30 years , and features upper level master bedroom & bathroom extension marrying well with the old building and joining with a cleverly designed glass conservatory that captures the winter sun. There is a magnificent dine in farm style kitchen with rustic recycled Jarrah cupboards , stainless steel bench tops and quarry tiled floors, there are quality Miele & Bosch electric appliances and a Vulcan enamel wood oven .
The 8m x 6m Lounge - Dining has polished timber floors , large slow combustion heater , access to verandah and impressive built in Blackwood cupboards and book shelving. The main bathroom is very spacious and has feature re enameled cast iron free standing bath , a cosy lobby - entrance hall has ornate fireplace and polished timber floors.
There are wide reverse bullnose verandahs on 3 sides overlooking the gardens and a separate stone retreat or studio that has also been renovated to a high standard, featuring one large bedroom and wet areas plus an original old bakers wood oven , This freestanding building would make a perfect air B&B or just enjoy as separate guest wing .The stonework and red brick quoin work are well preserved and typical of the pioneering architecture and testament to the early stonemasons of South Australia .
there are 2 main sheds at the top of the sealed driveway 6m x 18m general purpose and brick & stone double garage with roller doors plus a farm hay - sundry shed . There is approx 400,000 litres of rainwater storage as well as a good quality bore tested at 540 ppm for stock gardens and domestic use. The gum studded hillsides are as haven for native wildlife , with many species calling it home , Kangaroos , koalas , Echidnas , and a multitude of birdlife , previous uses were grazing of sheep & cattle .Large shady Elm trees shelter the stone walled entrance and welcome you to the property , and a small diverse fruit orchard adds to the benefits of self sufficiency of this pristine property. Inspection by appointment call Bill James 0412 802 143