Welcome to Brockhurst – a truly magical haven away from life's hustle - and a very special part of our Adelaide Hills tapestry. Built in 1887 by George Sparrow, the head gardener for the Wairoa Estate in neighbouring Stirling, the original home has been meticulously extended over the decades into the generous family home that stands today. Boasting ornate ceilings, traditional fireplaces, and delightful heritage charm in every room, the home has undergone a careful renovation that has cleverly maintained the original character of the home with the added convenience of contemporary living. With a flexible layout, the property enjoys at least four bedrooms and four living areas as well as a private study – generous in size and the ability to design living around your family's needs. The upstairs suite was designed and purpose-built only three years ago as successful Bed & Breakfast accommodation, booked out months in advance until the current owners only recently paused the business. An incredible opportunity for you to have a second income stream of your own, or equally would make a lavish Master bedroom and parent retreat with a kitchenette, walk-in robe and Juliette balcony. It is, however, the gardens of Brockhurst that will enchant you. Surrounding the home is an energising blend of flowering colour in each season, the damp earthy scent of towering trees, and the whimsical romance of secret hideaways around every turn of the path. The mature and well-maintained gardens cascade northwards towards the Aldgate River Valley with views out across the valley. Hand-laid stone terraces and a mixture of conifers and deciduous trees (Redwood, Larch, English Oak, Silver Birch, Cypress, Kurrajong, Atlantic Cedar Golden Ash and Bhutan Cypresses edging the road perimeter) as well as camelia, azaleas, rhododendrons, wisteria and magnolia all with an abundance of native birds and fauna that have made the grounds their home. Within the gardens are multiple entertaining spaces depending on the event or the season with a large arbour and lawn area and the paved terrace, crowned with a 'ceiling' of magnificent white wisteria - a magical spot for brunch or a dinner party. The original garage has been cleverly converted into an art studio and handyman's workshop: an all-season retreat away from the main home for any artist or craftsman. A double carport, two garden sheds, an alarm system and circular driveway with double gated entrances are all added conveniences. More reasons to love this home: - Reverse cycle air-conditioning in the original home downstairs - Combustion wood fire in open plan family living room - Reverse cycle split system & electric fireplace in upstairs bedroom/living - Chefs' kitchen with European appliances and stone benchtops - Alarm system - Separate secure entrance to upstairs B&B - Attic storage Living within the beautiful and tightly-held community of the Adelaide Hills is desired by many and being only a short drive to Aldgate Village, you'll enjoy the convenience and lifestyle of local cafes, shopping and public transport. It's our absolute privilege and pleasure to bring this property to the market. Please call Chris (0416 041 044) or Sonja (0426 413 001) with any questions about the home or for further information about the local area, we're here to help and we'd love to hear from you. All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition) Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal advice. Please note, you enter the property at your own risk. Tanner Real Estate and the property owners accept no responsibility for any accidents, injuries, illness or any other liability that may occur while on the premises or its facilities. Please take all care upon entering the property, as uneven paths, pavers, steps and other obstacles may be present. Should the property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement (Form 1) will be available for perusal by members of the public: (A) at the office of the agent for at least 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction; and (B) at the place at which the auction is to be conducted for at least 30 minutes immediately before the auction. Specifications: CT | 5082-59 Council | Adelaide Hills Council Zoning | Z4802/Productive Rural Landscape Built | 1887 Land | 4682m2 approx. Council Rates | $3,399.62 p.a. ES Levy | $235.20 p.a. S.A. Water | $74.20 p.q. Title | Torrens