Situated on a picturesque corner among a collection of beautiful historic buildings stands The Original Baptist Church (circa 1880-1913), now thoughtfully transformed into an exceptional creative studio and living space. The property brings together three distinctive sections-the majestic stone Church, the grand ornate Hall, and Tennyson Hall, formerly the Sunday School-each contributing character and versatility.
At the heart of the home, the Church reveals a commanding open-plan living space filled with original features and timeless charm. Commemorative leadlight windows, newly sanded and sealed Baltic pine floorboards, ceiling fans, Velux skylights, a new Nectre wood heater, and a split-system air conditioner create a warm and inviting environment. The brand-new kitchen forms a striking centerpiece beneath stunning cathedral windows that flood the interior with natural light and capture beautiful sunrises. It is well-appointed with double electric ovens, a gas cooktop, and includes a new fridge and microwave, while an extra-long island bench provides generous storage and casual seating. Additional seating and storage beneath the windows make the space ideal for entertaining of any scale.
Behind the original church partitions, a newly installed laundry offers excellent storage along with a washing machine and dryer, while maintaining the charm of leadlight and cathedral windows and providing direct access to the private courtyard. The spacious ground-floor master bedroom features walk-in robes and French doors that open onto the front garden, while an adjoining study connects seamlessly to the courtyard, hall, a secondary toilet, and additional storage areas.
Upstairs, the freshly renovated mezzanine level offers flexibility as a guest retreat or creative studio, complete with a second living area, two bedrooms each with walk-in robes, and a newly finished main bathroom. New carpets and cabinetry enhance the comfort and functionality of this space.
The Grand Hall impresses with its ornate pressed-tin ceilings, dado walls, jarrah floors, and French doors with ramp access, complemented by ceiling fans for year-round comfort. It connects to the original kitchen, which retains its wood stove and double sink, and opens to the central courtyard through French doors. Additional features include a bathroom, storeroom, laundry, and direct access to the backyard. Currently used as a creative workshop and previously a museum, this space offers exceptional potential for further development or income generation, subject to consent.
Tennyson Hall, once the Sunday School, showcases a striking leadlight façade, large windows, pressed-tin ceilings, and Baltic floorboards. It has been transformed into a self-contained studio B&B, ideal for short-term stays or extended family living, complete with its own bathroom, kitchenette, split-system air conditioning, and access to both the central courtyard and main street.
At the centre of the property, a beautifully paved courtyard is framed by the surrounding historic buildings, creating a private and functional outdoor space. It offers access to the Church kitchen, study, Grand Hall, and Tennyson Hall, along with a secure gated entry to Kitchener Street. A covered veranda, ceiling fan, ample power outlets, and plumbing provisions for a future outdoor kitchen add to its appeal, while an underground water tank with pump services the courtyard, Tennyson Hall, and the original kitchen.
The property has been newly renovated while carefully preserving its original character, and further enhancements include a 6kW solar system, polished floorboards, slow combustion heating, and strong potential for additional income through the separate studio apartment and versatile Hall.
Opportunities like this-where lifestyle, history, and creative potential intersect-are rarely offered, with the option also available to purchase on a walk-in, walk-out basis, excluding only a small number of personal items.
Contact: Nutrien Harcourts Peterborough
Jeff Oakley 0417 850 702
Gerda Oakley 0427 188 316
RLA 102485
