Historic Auburn Shopfront & Character Home - A Rare Live-and-Work Opportunity
Set across two titles, 36 Main North Road is one of Auburn's most recognisable and cherished properties. Once the town's original blacksmith shop, this historic building now offers a rare opportunity to combine a thriving business presence with a private and welcoming home.
The striking storefront creates an immediate impression, with large display windows and a classic verandah drawing visitors inside. Within the shop space, soaring raked ceilings, exposed beams and warm timber flooring provide an inspiring setting for a gallery, retail space, studio or boutique business. A generous rear storage area adds valuable practicality.
Beyond the shopfront lies a surprisingly private residence that blends comfort and character. The home opens into a light-filled living and dining area framed by cathedral ceilings and rich timber beams. The adjoining kitchen and lounge overlook the lush gardens, creating a relaxed and welcoming space centred around a cosy wood heater.
The home offers four bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a wheelchair-accessible ensuite. A second living area or studio provides flexibility for creative work, guests, or additional family space, allowing the property to adapt beautifully to a range of lifestyles.
Set on an impressive 1947m², the grounds are fully fenced and secured by electronic gates, offering privacy and peace. Mature trees and established gardens create a tranquil setting, with winding pathways leading through multiple outdoor spaces including secluded patios, a charming gazebo and a private courtyard ideal for entertaining or quiet moments in nature.
For those who enjoy gardening, the property includes multiple garden beds and a dedicated potting shed, creating the perfect environment to cultivate your own green retreat. The grounds are also highly functional, providing ample secure parking for up to six vehicles, along with a two-car garage, woodshed and garden shed.
Positioned at the southern gateway to the Clare Valley along the Horrocks Highway, Auburn offers a relaxed country lifestyle surrounded by wineries, cafés, galleries and cycling trails. Located only 111 km from Adelaide and 25 km from Clare, this unique property places you at the heart of one of South Australia's most loved regions.
Combining history, lifestyle and commercial potential, 36 Main North Road presents a rare opportunity to live, work and create in one truly special place.
Features You'll Love
• Two titles with commerical application
• Striking heritage-style façade with expansive black-framed display windows and a classic recessed entry beneath a distinctive grey and white striped verandah.
• Spacious 5.8m x 14.9m storefront featuring soaring raked ceilings, exposed beams and warm timber flooring - a beautiful canvas for retail, gallery, studio or boutique business.
• Dedicated front gallery display area flowing into a practical study space with open cabinetry for storage.
• Washroom area with classic checkered flooring, double basin and two separate toilets.
• Steps from the shop lead down into the private residence, opening into a welcoming dining area with cathedral ceilings and rich timber beams.
• Light-filled lounge and kitchen overlooking the gardens, centred around a cosy wood heater.
• Well-appointed kitchen with generous cupboard space and practical layout for everyday living.
• Four bedrooms including a peaceful main bedroom with built-in robe, wheelchair-accessible ensuite and arched window overlooking the courtyard.
• Additional bedrooms positioned privately at the opposite end of the home near the family bathroom.
• Separate laundry and flexible second living area or studio ideal for creative work, guests or additional family space.
• Two outdoor patios flowing from the home, surrounded by established greenery.
• Private courtyard accessed from the lounge - perfect for quiet outdoor entertaining.
• Charming gazebo nestled among mature trees for morning coffee or relaxed afternoons.
• Established gardens with multiple garden beds and a dedicated potting shed.
• Fully fenced 1947m² property on two titles secured by electronic gates for privacy and peace of mind.
• Abundant parking including space for up to six vehicles, a two-car garage, wood shed and garden tool shed.
Specifications:
• House - 189m2 (approx.)
• Land - 1120 m2(approx.)
• Frontage - 25.7m
• Zoned - N - Neighbourhood
• Council - CLARE & GILBERT VALLEYS
• Rates - $1889.85 yearly
• Hotwater - Electric
• Easement - Please refer to Form 1
• Mains Water - Yes
• Rainwater - N/A
• Mains Electricity- Yes & Functional Generator
• Solar - N/A
• Gas - LPG for Stove
• Sewerage -Septic
• NBN Available - FW
• Heating - Wood Fire & SS
• Cooling - SS, Ceiling Fans
• Wheelchair Accessible Property
The safety of our clients, staff and the community is extremely important to us, so we have implemented strict hygiene policies at all our properties. We welcome your enquiry and look forward to hearing from you.
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*Disclaimer: Neither the Agent nor the Vendor accept any liability for any error or omission in this advertisement. 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. Any prospective purchaser should not rely solely on 3rd party information providers to confirm the details of this property or land and are advised to enquire directly with the agent in order to review the certificate of title and local government details provided with the completed Form 1 vendor statement.
