59 Kitchener Street
Peterborough, SA 5422

Overview

59 Kitchener Street, Peterborough, SA, 5422

Situated on a charming corner location surrounded by other beautiful buildings, this property is the original Baptist Church dating from circa 1880-1913. It has been transformed into a remarkable creative studio living space comprising three majestic stone sections: the Church, the Grand ornate Hall, and Tennyson Hall, the original Sunday School.

The Church offers commanding open plan living with original features that exude historic charm. It includes commemorative lead-light windows, newly sanded and sealed original Baltic floorboards, ceiling fans, Velux skylights, a new Nectre wood heater, and a split system air conditioner that enhance the lounge living area.

The brand new kitchen is a centerpiece with stunning Cathedral windows that allow natural light and beautiful sunrises to fill the space. It is equipped with double electric ovens, a gas hob, and includes a new fridge and microwave. An extra-long island provides abundant storage and a seating area, while additional seating and storage under the cathedral windows accommodate gatherings of all sizes.

Behind the original church partitions is a new laundry area with ample storage, including a new washing machine and dryer. Lead light and cathedral windows adorn this space, which also offers direct access to the private courtyard.

The spacious new master bedroom is located on the ground level and features walk-in robes and French doors leading to the front garden. An adjoining study space provides entry to the courtyard, Hall, secondary toilet, and storage rooms.

The freshly renovated mezzanine level can serve as a guest suite or additional studio space. It includes a second living area, two bedrooms each with walk-in robes, and access to the newly completed main bathroom. New carpets and cabinetry complete this fabulous area.

The Grand Hall is an amazing ornate space featuring pressed tin ceilings, dado walls, jarrah floors, and French door entry with a ramp and ceiling fans. It provides access to the original kitchen, which includes a wood stove and double sink, as well as access to the central courtyard via French doors. A bathroom, storeroom, and laundry complete this space, which also has direct backyard entry. Currently, it is used as a creative studio workshop and was previously a museum. There are endless opportunities to develop and add value, limited only by imagination.

Tennyson Hall, the original Sunday School house, boasts a stunning lead-light facade and large windows throughout. It features impressive pressed tin ceilings and Baltic floorboards. Transformed into a studio B&B, it is perfect for short stays or extra family space, with its own bathroom and kitchenette. A split system air conditioner provides year-round comfort, with access to both the central courtyard and main street entry doors.

The stunning paved central courtyard is surrounded by all the majestic buildings and provides entry into Tennyson Hall, the Kitchen, Study, original kitchen to Hall, and the high gate entry to Kitchener Street. It includes a solid veranda, ceiling fan, ample power outlets, and plumbing provision for a future outdoor kitchen if desired. An underground water tank with a pump supplies water to the Courtyard, Tennyson Hall, and original kitchen.

Additional features include recent renovations, original architectural features, a 6kw solar system, a separate studio apartment suitable for B&B use, extra income potential from the Hall, polished floorboards, a slow combustion heater, and character retained throughout the property.

Properties of this quality, offering the opportunity to create and live your dream, are rare. There is also an option to purchase on a WIWO (walk-in walk-out) basis, with only nominal personal items excluded. This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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