Converted Church circa 1859!
Circa 1859, this brick-rendered Gothic Revival church was the St James Presbyterian Church of Miners Rest. This unique building has been lovingly reimagined into a high-end modern home that honours the character of the Gold Rush chapel, with many of the original features focal points of the current home. Featured in the downstairs living and dining zones are a full-height exposed brick wall and original Gothic Revival double doors. The spacious open-plan kitchen boasts stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, European laundry, ample storage, and a clear splashback showcasing the original brick wall. Ascending the floating timber staircase, two bedrooms and a modern bathroom are vaulted with original timber rafters and flooded with light from soaring leadlight windows. Other features include: polished timber flooring, heating/cooling up and down, and a vestibule. Externally, the flow of thoughtful design is continued with expansive fenced front and rear yards, established lawns and garden beds, recycled timber fencing, a brick driveway, and a private backyard with a garden shed and brick patio. A generous allotment of approx. 582sqm allows ample room for further extensions (STCA). Located on the edge of Ballarat, the property enjoys easy Melbourne access via the Western Hwy, and is comfortable driving distance to Creswick, Clunes and Dayelsford.
Lot/Plan No: 1/PS702356