A little history
This appealing home was designed at the turn of the last century by the "highly skilled and renowned architect" from Grafton, FWC Schaeffer. Local builders Forrester and Grainger of Maclean built the substantial home in the 1920's of quality materials and their standard of craftsmanship is reflected at every turn in the building today. The land cost 200 Pounds and the house, 800 Pounds.
The property was sold by the Barnier Family to the Archinal Family where Sister Beatrice lived until her passing. In March 1994 the property was Sold at Auction on site by LJ Hooker Maclean, which included a chattels Auction on the grass verge. The price, $157,000.
The home was purchased by Maclean Shire Council to accommodate the increasing demand for Community Services. The provision of these services to the community continued in the building until Mid-2021.
Today
4 Short Street Maclean is available for sale to the next fortunate owner. The permissible uses for this particular property are very flexible including:
a. Commercial use permissible in the zone (that may require a DA)
b. Residential use, (DA approved to convert existing offices to a dwelling)
c. Conduct a home business from the dwelling
Essentially, the property has the potential for Commercial or Residential use. Attached are two plans, please refer to these for the Residential and Commercial layouts.
The symmetry, balance and simplicity in the design of the building is very charming to the street scape and particularly welcoming to clients for those wanting to establish a business. The same will apply to home owners when announcing, "I live at 4 Short Street Maclean", a property to be proud of.
When inspecting 4 Short Street take the time to relax on the wide covered verandah on the East and Northern sides. It will reveal how pleasant and private a location it is, right in the heart of Maclean.
Set on 1006m2 of easy-care land and two titles, the fully fenced property has side access and off-street parking for seven cars, including an original lock-up garage. As a resident, the garden offers abundant opportunity for enhancement, a task that can bring much enjoyment as a new owner.
A point to remember is that this property has been sold only twice in 97 years however, the time is now for new ownership. Could it be you that is the next very fortunate owner of this exclusive property and be proud to call it yours?
