25 Manning Street,
Binalong 2584, New South Wales

Step into a piece of regional history with this architecturally distinctive 1908 Federation Queen Anne bungalow. Masterfully crafted from solid bluestone by Irish stonemasons, this heritage-listed residence originally formed a vital component of the historic Catholic Church precinct. Positioned on a expansive ~4,898 m2; block adjacent to the local church, the home offers an idyllic rural sanctuary combined with exceptional architectural provenance.

Every inch of the residence has been lovingly restored and updated to the highest standards, preserving its timeless character while creating a seamless, modern layout for contemporary living.

Historic Elegance Meets Modern Comfort

Architectural Details: Showcases exquisite heritage craftsmanship, including soaring pressed-metal ceilings, ornate plaster cornices, character fireplaces, original timber floors, and grand feature arches framing the formal entry.

Main Suite: Features a cast-iron gas fireplace, built-in robes, and direct French door access to an enclosed verandah and adjoining storage room offers immediate potential to convert into an ensuite, walk-in robe, or private parent's retreat.

Generous Accommodation: A second spacious bedroom offers built-in robes, an open fireplace, and French doors leading out to sweeping country vistas. A third bedroom enjoys convenient two-way access to a stylishly renovated second bathroom.

French Country Kitchen: Designed as the heart of the home, featuring a cozy Morso wood heater, premium Belling upright stove with gas cooktop, dishwasher, and abundant bench space.

Sunlit Living Areas: The main living room centers around a cozy fireplace and flows into a formal dining area. A north-east facing sunroom off the kitchen offers the perfect sun-drenched nook for morning coffee.

Upgraded Bathrooms: The main bathroom is a nod to traditional elegance, complete with a classic clawfoot cast iron bath with overhead shower, and custom French vanity.

Outdoor Living & Grounds

Expansive Entertaining: Decking off the sunroom and rear of the home creates effortless indoor-outdoor flow over the sprawling manicured grounds.

Water Security: Connected to mains town water. Also equipped with an invaluable private water bore to keep gardens lush year-round. There is also an an original underground concrete rainwater tank/well.

Outbuildings & Infrastructure: Includes a large single garage, original front verandahs, and heavy-duty metal sheds for extra storage.

Location & Lifestyle
A quiet undulating landscape on the edge of the Yass Valley region gives an instant feeling of relaxation and beauty. Close to wineries and many hidden gems of the southern tablelands including townships of Boorowa, Harden and Jugiong. Venture out in Spring to enjoy the vibrant yellow Canola fields or make your way to the Harden picnic races for a lovely day out. The Sleepy and welcoming community of Binalong (population approx. 550) is steeped in Australian history and folklore including renowned poet Banjo Patterson and bushrangers Ben Hall and "Flash" Johnny Gilbert who's grave is marked on the well trodden heritage trail. An easily accessible rural location, this estate strikes the ideal balance between quiet country living and accessibility to major centers:

Yass: Approx. 30 minutes
Canberra: Less than 1 hour
Sydney: Approx. 3.5 hours
Approximately 20 minutes inland from the Hume Highway for easy access North or South
Binalong has a local swimming pool, tennis courts, golf course, bowling green & football club
Local Primary & Pre-school & bus transport to Harden & Yass schools

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