Arguably Richmond has the State’s richest history harking back to convict days and this mid nineteenth century cottage occupying a prime corner presence just off the main street has to be one of the town’s most historically important.

Records show it was built with double convict bricks between the census periods of 1842 and 1850 and because of its colour known as Red Row. Classified by the National Trust, in more recent decades it has been known simply as Corner Cottage but did not assume its present cream exterior until early 20th century.

It has had some interesting owners including convicts, and interesting uses, the most notable as a maternity hospital until 1949, with many of the local residents having been born there. Its current owners have built a sympathetic extension to make it a substantial four bedroom three bathroom family home oozing history from every room.

At the centre of the home off a generous entrance hall is a galley style kitchen with double drawer dishwasher and a walk in pantry. A central conservatory will ensure a year round joy for dining and entertaining. One occupant was a butcher and the windowsill of the dining room shows where he sharpened his knives.

Off one wing is a lovely formal lounge, formal dining room and breakfast room leading to the master bedroom precinct with a dressing room, ensuite with spa bath, laundry and access to the conservatory.

Off the entrance hall to the other wing is a study, another bedrooms, an amazing library with step ladder to an attic bedroom or children’s rooftop play area, a second laundry and freezer room.

There is another second living area totally self contained which could be a teenage retreat, BandB income or a granny flat. The potential is unlimited.

There is off street parking and a pretty cottage garden to complement its prime location. A home that will be a talking point for every visitor.