Derryvale is a charming circa 1915 weatherboard cottage with a rich local history. In the early 1950s, it was used as a Conference and Officers' Rest Centre by The Salvation Army, adding to it's fascinating story while retaining many original period features.
Nestled within beautiful established gardens and set well back from the street on a generous 1,620sqm block, the home enjoys a wonderfully private setting just a short six-minute stroll to Blackheath village and Blackheath Railway Station for relaxed access to Sydney via the Blue Mountains Line.
The inviting light-filled interiors include an expansive lounge and dining room with large windows and an open fireplace, creating a cosy focal point for cooler Blue Mountains evenings. A charming vestibule entry with its own fireplace provides an additional formal sitting or dining room. The kitchen features a large pantry, freestanding gas cooker and jarrah timber benchtops, blending contemporary practicality with the home's historic charm. Two generous, light-filled bedrooms provide comfortable accomodation.
A sun-drenched rear deck overlooks the private leafy gardens, offering a peaceful setting to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The home features two fireplaces, wide timber floorboards, high ceilings and gas ducted heating, combining heritage character with modern comfort.
The established gardens are a highlight of the property, with rhododendrons, camellias, Waratahs and other cool climate plantings creating a seasonal landscape full of colour and privacy. The generous 1,620sqm block also offers scope for further garden enhancement or additional outdoor living areas, including a restored garden shed with water and electricity connected.
Summary of Features:
• Circa 1915 weatherboard cottage rich in history
• Former Salvation Army Conference and Officers' Rest Centre
• Nestled within 1,620sqm of established gardens, set well back from street
• Only a 6-minute stroll to Blackheath village and Blackheath Railway Station
• Expansive lounge and dining room with large windows and open fireplace
• Charming vestibule entry with fireplace, ideal as an additional formal dining or sitting room
• Renovated kitchen with gas cooking, pantry and jarrah timber benchtops
• Two generous, light-filled bedrooms
• Wide timber floorboards and high ceilings throughout
• Gas ducted heating for year-round comfort
• Sun-drenched rear deck overlooking private leafy outlook
• Beautiful established cool-climate gardens featuring, rhododendrons, camellias and waratahs
• Ample off-street parking
• Restored garden shed with water and electricity connected
A rare opportunity to secure Derryvale, a historic Blackheath cottage set on a generous garden block, offering privacy, charm and an enviable walk-to-village lifestyle, perfect as a peaceful Blue Mountains weekender, full-time residence or garden retreat.
