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Overview
This iconic historic property, known as 'Clare House', dates back to circa 1828 and was once the 'Wandin Valley Hospital' featured in the TV show A Country Practice. This impressive triple-brick residence offers enduring construction combined with modern updates, creating a timeless blend of charm and contemporary living on nearly three acres of beautifully designed landscaped grounds.
Main Residence:
The fully renovated main residence includes four spacious bedrooms and two elegant reception rooms, providing ample living space. The oversized eat-in kitchen serves as the heart of the home, complemented by two recently refurbished bathrooms and extra storage space within the old basement, maximizing functionality throughout.
Self-Contained Cottage:
The property also features a fully self-contained cottage with a galley-style kitchen, bathroom, front and rear verandas, and a separate laundry room. This cottage is perfect for guests, extended family, or as a potential source of additional rental income, such as through Airbnb.
Outdoor Paradise:
Surrounding the home are beautifully landscaped gardens with a large fish pond and a swimming pool, creating a tranquil resort-like atmosphere. An outdoor covered cabana with a BBQ and gallery-style kitchen further enhances outdoor living, ideal for entertaining year-round.
Equestrian Facilities:
The property caters excellently to horse enthusiasts, featuring a stable complex set within a boutique landscaped courtyard. Facilities include two stables with an integrated undercover wash bay, a secure tack room, and separate utility and feed rooms. Additionally, there are two large post-and-railed horse paddocks and a 60m x 20m equestrian arena, with council approval for a 40m x 20m covered indoor arena, providing comprehensive amenities for equestrian pursuits.
Practical Features:
For convenience and practicality, the property includes a large garage with a separate garbage room, storage rooms, and toilet facilities. There are two oversized tandem carports and an extensive enclosed carport capable of housing trucks, caravans, or boats. The machinery shed/workshop has full-height access suitable for a horse float, boat, or truck, enhancing the property’s versatility. A fully established two-room office space adds further functionality, particularly suitable for home workers.
Location:
Conveniently situated just 250 meters from Arndell Anglican College, the property provides outstanding educational opportunities close to home. It is only five minutes from Mulgrave Train Station and approximately 50 minutes to Sydney’s central business district, offering excellent connectivity. The Rouse Hill Town Centre is just 12 minutes away by car, and the scenic Hawkesbury River is a mere five-minute drive, blending rural tranquility with access to urban amenities.
This property exudes a serene and inviting atmosphere. Combining heritage charm, extensive equestrian facilities, self-contained accommodations, ample storage, and a prime location, Clare House offers an exceptional lifestyle opportunity catering to families, business owners, equine enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a peaceful refuge close to city conveniences.
It represents a unique property of distinction, blending history, lifestyle, and practicality in one remarkable offering.
Local Market Insights
In Oakville, Quiet Listings observed 213 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, up from 123 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $1,424,076. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 66%, followed by land (20%), and townhouses (9%). Ray White was the most active agency in this area, representing 29.0% of all new listings in the last 30 days. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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Location
Oakville NSW 2765
Market Insights for Oakville NSW 2765
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