Dating back to the 1850′s, this Tiersman’s cottage has been beautifully restored & extended, creating the perfect blend of old and new offering a piece of early settlement history in one of Adelaide’s premier locations in the Adelaide Hills. It has been home for many families & rumours suggest that at one time it was one of the very earliest ‘unlicensed premises’ -better known colloquially as a ‘sly grog shop’.

Created by skilled craftsman, the original building was built of stone quarried from the site, a sapling & shingle roof & locally felled timber. In recent years, Pauline Hurren, the renowned Adelaide based architect, has been responsible for restoring this property back to life.

Respecting the existing dwelling & ensuring it was not overwhelmed, Pauline has sympathetically incorporated a superb extension which honours the historic past, with high quality construction & utilising the needs of today’s modern family.

A fascinating story of the renovation can be read at http://heartwoodhouse.com.au.

The unique and exclusive residence is constructed of stone, glass and timber offering excellent accommodation for a large family, designed with several living zones, including a flexible home theatre/retreat or 4th bedroom. There is a good size living room, separate dining, well equipped kitchen with butler’s pantry & a large conservatory which is shaded by a majestic century old oak tree. All wet areas are new & designed to blend perfectly with the interior.

Other key features that complete this fantastic property include a separate self-contained studio, ideal as a teenager retreat or guest room, which enables the property to be devoted to 5 bedrooms, as well as its 3 bathrooms. There is also an additional multi-use outbuilding, a double carport & good off street parking.

Nestled on 2,230sqm (approx.) the house is set back from the road with lovely outlooks over the garden & valley beyond, providing a peaceful & tranquil setting with its rambling gardens & incorporating a large, naturalistic swimming pool.

Within walking distance to the township of Stirling which is considered a key gateway for the Adelaide Hills region & arguably the premier township, only 16 kms (approx.) from the Adelaide CBD with easy access via the SE Freeway. Stirling boasts every glorious season with its picturesque streets, enviable lifestyle, spirited community & village atmosphere.

LJ Hooker Stirling is pleased to give you the opportunity to acquire a piece of real estate of historical importance in the area with this humble stone dwelling, lovingly transformed into a stylish home for today, while honouring its past glories & a celebration of 150 years.