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Standing tall on Gunning’s main thoroughfare is a regal building with plenty of stories to tell.Built in the late 1800s as the Commercial Bank of Sydney, <a href="https://zango.com.au/property/105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">105 Yass Street</a> is well over a century old. These days, though, it’s an elegant five-bedroom, two-bathroom home that accentuates original features while offering all the expected modern comforts. The residence stands on an oversized block of 2521 square metres, surrounded by country gardens and mature eucalypts.<img alt="105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581-109841-image-0-20241010033302427853-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581-109841-image-.width-800.jpg" width="800">Rural sales specialist <a href="/agents/ian-blackburn/">Ian Blackburn</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mccann-properties/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McCann Properties</a> describes the home as a prime example of late Victorian rural architecture.“From 14-foot ceilings with decorative panels and ornate chandeliers to original Yellowbox hardwood flooring and no less than seven fireplaces, every room has features that are steeped in history,” he says.“Even the old bank vault remains, though it has been converted into a convenient wine cellar.”<img alt="105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581-109841-image-0-20241020224757365623-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581-109841-image-.width-800_k3M5wR0.jpg" width="800">The atmosphere here is certainly grand but also comfortable. There are a variety of inviting spaces to unwind in, including a spacious lounge and sitting room, a formal dining room, and a relaxed meals area.The kitchen is simple but modern, with an electric cooktop, dishwasher and loads of storage.Two country-style bathrooms are shared by five bedrooms. Each bedroom has access to either the sunny front porch, bordered by manicured shrubs with views to Gunning’s main street, or the enclosed back verandah.Said verandah overlooks a vast, private backyard with established lawns, towering gum trees, and a brick arbour covered in wisteria and climbing roses.Visitors’ eyes are immediately drawn to the yard’s unique centrepiece – a circular water fountain reminiscent of Renaissance gardens.“It’s easy to imagine hosting garden parties or Christmas lunches with friends and family here, with the trickling fountain as your backdrop,” Ian says.“The original stables have been carefully refurbished into a quaint studio, perfect for hobbyists and creatives. There’s also a garden shed for extra storage.”<img alt="105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581-109841-image-0-20241010033304687827-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581-109841-image-.width-800_XRhgR4P.jpg" width="800">Gunning is a quintessential country town about an hour from central Canberra. Ian has lived here for more than a decade and describes the community as welcoming and authentic, with friendly residents who look after one another.“Gunning is a great little town that punches well above its weight in terms of amenity,” he says.“We have a brilliant local primary school, a diverse business district and plenty of local attractions to explore, including the Pye Cottage Museum, a vibrant monthly market, Fossil Rock and nearby Wombeyan Caves.“This home is ideally positioned in the heart of town. It would suit a growing family looking for space, amenities and that picture-perfect, semi-rural lifestyle that our community so loves.”105 Yass Street, Gunning is for sale by negotiation with a price guide of $1,300,000.<a href="https://zango.com.au/property/105-yass-street-gunning-nsw-2581/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/colonial-roots-and-victorian-style-architecture-make-this-home-a-history-buffs-delight/819752" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the RiotACT.</a>

Banking on charm: Gunning’s historic gem offers a wealth of character

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It would be a crime to not consider this Gunning property as you look for your new home.Built in 1847 to serve as the Gunning Police Barracks and Court of Petty Sessions, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2 Wombat Street</a> is now a four-bedroom home literally bursting at the seams with character.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043145054774-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800.jpg" width="800"><a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mccann-properties/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McCann Properties</a> real estate agent <a href="/agents/ian-blackburn/">Ian Blackburn</a> describes the property as &quot;a piece of Australian history&quot;.“It was the police station and Court of Petty Sessions for Gunning and the wider region until it was decommissioned at the turn of the 19th century,&quot; Ian says.“Instead of having people go to a senior court, more minor offences were dealt with at the property.&quot;The original building was built in the late 1800s, Ian says, in the ‘brick nog’ construction method of the era: where a frame was filled with bricks.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043140816425-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_IC0LnNf.jpg" width="800">It&#x27;s located on a 3,000sqm block and has two separate wings out the back of the original building, separated by a gorgeous courtyard. One of these wings is original, while the other has been added, and both connect to the main building by wide verandahs.“The new wing was built in the same style as the original building,” Ian says.“It&#x27;s is an older home, and it still feels like an older home from yesteryear.&quot;The home features timber-lined ceilings, French doors, Australian cedar doors, architraves and skirting boards.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043144292913-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_PGCnXkd.jpg" width="800">Throughout the house, there is ducted gas heating, as well as panel heaters and a wood heater to chase away the winter chill.The property also boasts spaces for entertaining, Ian says.“It has the large, deep covered verandahs, but also a very private outdoor entertaining area,&quot; he says.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043142865186-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_TLDGOjQ.jpg" width="800">There&#x27;s an existing garden, a butler’s pantry, four parking spaces, a tack room for the horses, two lock-up garages with a car hoist and a dishwasher.Surrounding the home are two stables, three sheds and 5,000 and 1,100-litre water tanks. This is a chance to get in early on a growing community, Ian says.“The school has doubled in size in the last 10 years.&quot; he says.“Gunning itself has got a great community, and a lot of infrastructure for a small town.&quot;<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043144521459-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_gZK7OvJ.jpg" width="800">Gunning is a 30-minute drive from Goulburn, Yass and Canberra. The heritage property would be a stunning place to work from home.“You can go into the office for a face-to-face meeting with the team, but ever since the COVID pandemic began, Zoom meetings from your living room are all the go now and there’s excellent internet at the property,&quot; Ian says.<img alt="2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0-20230727043138580210-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791-image-0.width-800_Crj8KwW.jpg" width="800">A young family looking to put roots down or those looking for an investment property or Airbnb option should add the property to their list, Ian says.“If you want to move to Gunning and live the quiet life, enjoy the community, that’s something you can do.”<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">2 Wombat Street</a>, Gunning, will be auctioned at 4pm on Tuesday 22 August 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/2-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-83791/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/four-bedroom-home-a-piece-of-australian-history-thats-looking-for-a-new-lease-on-life/689137" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Riotact</a>.

Former police station seeks buyers who want a home 'with a story'

Stephen Clancy, a sixth-generation Gunning district man, remembers only once venturing into <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/the-convent-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Catholic convent on top of the village hill</a>.He’s not sure now whether it was for disciplinary reasons (he was a student at the adjacent school), but he does remember it was unusual to go inside. Unless it was your job to chop firewood for the priest.<img alt="the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482-image-0-20230116023136211737-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-7348.width-800.jpg" width="800">The convent has towered over the village of Gunning, about an hour’s drive from Canberra, since it was commissioned in 1924. With the convent, the church and the school all located in the area, it was known by locals as Catholic Hill.In Gunning’s early days, the local Catholic priest deemed that a school was needed to cope with the increase in population. He secured the funds and the convent was built. In its prime, the convent housed the priest and up to eight nuns who taught at the adjacent school. Back then, Mr Clancy recalls, there was even a high school in Gunning.<img alt="the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482-image-0-20230116023139064992-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-7348.width-800_O3a5eCi.jpg" width="800">“The convent wasn’t a place people went into,” he said, “unless you were called in for a particular reason.“I remember being called in once, but I was always a slow learner,” he joked. “You could go into the first room from the front door, but never anywhere else.“It was the sort of place that you knew was there, but you weren’t really allowed to go inside – unless it was for a reason.”With a diminishing population, the decision was made to close the Catholic school in the 1960s and, because the nuns were the teachers and there was no longer work for them, the move was made to sell the convent.<img alt="the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482-image-0-20230116023140542221-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-7348.width-800_lWYI5xg.jpg" width="800">“It’s only ever had two lots of owners after the church,” Mr Clancy said. “From memory, when it first sold, I think they wanted about 6000 pounds for it. The reason I remember that is because my father was interested in buying it but we didn’t have that sort of money.”It ended up being sold to the Redmond family, who kept it for about 20 years, did not do extensive work on it and left it ostensibly as it was, Mr Clancy said.Before its two owners, Mr Clancy said, it was in God’s hands.The current owners, who are selling because they are moving north, have also had it for about 20 years.<img alt="the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482-image-0-20230116023140890788-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/the-conven-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-7348.width-800_fSllLT8.jpg" width="800">An enormous amount of work has been done in the last two decades, transforming the gloomy house on the hill into a stunning, modern family residence complete with eight bedrooms – much larger than the cell-sized rooms the nuns lived in – on a huge 1800sqm block.The convent has just gone on the market, according to agent <a href="/agents/ian-blackburn/">Ian Blackburn</a> of <a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mccann-properties/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McCann Properties</a>.Although it still looks like a convent, the property now towers above the village as a beacon of modern luxury living.<img alt="the-convent-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482-image-0-20230117010119296351-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/the-convent-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-734.width-800.jpg" width="800">But it has kept many connections to its religious background, including stunning stained-glass windows throughout, high ceilings, crosses featured in the walls, and a tranquil outdoor living and garden area.The ground floor features a new kitchen, formal lounge, dining and living area, and the main bedroom has an ensuite with a walk-in wardrobe. Upstairs are seven bedrooms, a sitting room and a large bathroom.<img alt="the-convent-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482-image-0-20230117010133058789-thumbnail-1920x1920-70" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/the-convent-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-734.width-800_XCUcjBx.jpg" width="800">Mr Blackburn said although the property had only just hit the market, significant interest had already been shown.&quot;The Convent&quot; on Wombat Street, Gunning, will be auctioned at 6.30pm on Monday 20 February 2023.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/the-convent-wombat-street-gunning-nsw-2581-73482/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/historic-braidwood-cottage-is-looking-to-start-a-new-chapter/628988" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotACT.</a>

Former Gunning convent now a modern eight-bedroom family home

Whether you seek a unique home, holiday home, or an interesting business, <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7 Gundaroo Street, Gunning</a>, is waiting for you to realise its potential.Located in the picturesque, historic village of Gunning (population 660) with plenty of friendly locals to share their stories with you, it won’t be long until you discover that this was once the local Catholic primary school house.<img alt="7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image-0-20220704011808716596-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image.width-800.jpg" width="800">Built around 1910, the greystone and brick construction provides plenty of impressive original features, including pressed metal ceilings, original timber floors and a floor-to-ceiling room divider with original doors.Set on two individually titled lots with redevelopment opportunities, the block spans an acre of elevated land within walking distance of the Gunning town centre.<img alt="7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image-0-20220704011810084898-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image.width-800_a2jcEvw.jpg" width="800"><a href="https://zango.com.au/agencies/mccann-properties/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">McCann Properties</a> real estate agent <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/ian-blackburn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ian Blackburn</a> says the old school house was beautifully designed.“It’s a rather majestic building. The architecture and design of it are truly amazing,” Ian says.The extended six-metre ceiling height provides ample potential for mezzanine-style living, with easy on-site access to the building for ease of construction.<img alt="7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image-0-20220704011812856579-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image.width-800_75Ok2MM.jpg" width="800">Power and water are connected to the building, with sewerage available along the Gundaroo Street boundary and a small kitchenette with storage and a sink.&quot;The property sits on two separate lots - Lot 1 is where you&#x27;ll find the current structure and Lot 2 is vacant land,&quot; Ian says.&quot;This means you have the potential to seek approval to redevelop, potentially creating two 1000sqm lots.&quot;<img alt="7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image-0-20220704011814187984-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image.width-800_x3VGVgr.jpg" width="800">Interest in the property has been &quot;extraordinary&quot;, Ian says, with serious enquiries from out of state.“I’ve had a builder from Victoria call and say he wanted to build some houses on the land,&quot; he says.&quot;I had a little old lady from Queensland call and let me know she loved the old building on the property and wanted to fix it up into a home.&quot;I’ve even had people talk about turning it into a church.&quot;<img alt="7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image-0-20220704011814780590-thumbnail-1920x1920-70.jpeg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="533" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316-image.width-800_We3gmeJ.jpg" width="800">Located within walking distance of Gunning town centre, you have the best of both worlds: the peace and tranquillity of country living and the convenience of being close to town.The town centre has much to offer with lovely cafes, community services and the local school. There&#x27;s easy access to the Hume Highway and a quick commute into Yass, Goulburn, and Canberra for work and shopping opportunities.<a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/7-gundaroo-street-gunning-nsw-2581-60316/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">View the full listing.</a>Article originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/history-and-opportunity-wrapped-up-in-a-unique-property-thats-all-class/571512" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct</a>.

Own a little piece of history (and heaven) in the village of Gunning

If you’re seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle, far from the demands imposed by city life, then this old-world cottage is for you.The historic bluestone home is conveniently located within walking distance of Gunning town centre where you’ll find a good local school as well as a thriving community, so it’s ideal for a family looking to make the big move.<a href="/agents/mccann-properties/">McCann Properties</a> real estate agent <a href="https://zango.com.au/agents/ian-blackburn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ian Blackburn</a> says that <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/14-saxby-lane-gunning-nsw-2581-43667/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">14 Saxby Lane</a> in Gunning is a rare find.“It’s nestled in the heart of Gunning on a quiet sleepy lane. It was actually built in the 1920s by the builder who had just completed the local Catholic school and happened to have some bluestone left over,” he said.<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v24.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_uT1XtcF.jpg" width="800">Local legend has it that once upon a time, a bushranger shot a man not far from the property.With its unique heritage bluestone facade, this home would most definitely induce a couple of pinch-me moments as you arrive home in the evenings.A proud home, it sits on a large block of approximately 1700 square metres, and Ian says it’s easy to imagine sitting out on the east and north-facing bullnose verandah as the sun goes down and enjoying a cold beverage as you chat about the day.“Depending on what kind of day it is and what season, you can swap sides and enjoy a cup of tea in the morning and a cleansing ale in the evenings,” he said.The best way of describing the garden is most definitely easy-care – the lawn really only requires an occasional mow, and the greenery is already well-established.What’s most important about the garden is, of course, that it provides ample space for children and animals to run and play.<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v22.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_E80Pdda.jpg" width="800">Inside the home, both the bathrooms and kitchen have been tastefully modernised and updated in keeping with the home’s historic nature.“With a slow combustion fire, it’s impossible not to see that the kitchen is the hub and heart of the home,” Ian said.A large, open-plan kitchen with an island bench and tasteful black stone benchtops makes it easy to imagine all the family pitching in and helping with the cooking, or the kids sitting at the stools completing their homework.One stunning feature is the beautiful Aga gas stove which sits snugly in the original fireplace niche in the brickwork.“The render that was here has all been stripped back to restore the wall to its former glory,” said<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v25.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_mg4LTGj.jpg" width="800">An adjoining dining space flows effortlessly to the outdoors through French doors, making entertaining and alfresco dining during the summer months beautifully simple.Mirroring the kitchen design, the family bathroom boasts a luxurious, freestanding cast-iron claw-foot tub, waterfall shower head and a vanity that mirrors the kitchen design.Also modern is how the home contains three separate living areas, all with hardwood or original timber flooring.Three generously sized bedrooms with built-in robes and rendered walls provide the perfect retreat for all family members.There is a single car garage, but the property also provides plenty of off-street parking if needed.When it comes to rural living, some might be put off by the idea of isolation. Yet, this property is not only close to Gunning’s thriving town and all of its amenities, but it’s also an easy commute to Yass, Goulburn and Canberra.<img alt="Zango Website_News Articles_Hero &amp; Sub Image_v23.jpg" class="richtext-image full-width" height="530" src="https://d2t3vhau9g43uy.cloudfront.net/media/images/Zango_Website_News_Articles_Hero__Sub_Image_v2.width-800_sJWMNGo.jpg" width="800">“The outskirts of Gungahlin are actually only a 30-minute drive away, as are Yass and Goulburn,” Ian said.He added that all of the heavy lifting on the property has already been completed, meaning all the new owners have to do is unpack their bags.According to Ian, there’s already been quite a lot of interest in the property, including empty-nesters looking to downsize or those hoping to run the property as an Airbnb.To arrange an inspection of <a href="https://zango.com.au/sale/14-saxby-lane-gunning-nsw-2581-43667/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">14 Saxby Lane</a> in Gunning, call Ian Blackburn on 0411 665 503.Article was originally written and published by <a href="https://the-riotact.com/this-bluestone-cottage-is-full-of-historic-charm-and-cosy-ambience" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The RiotAct.</a>

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Banking on charm: Gunning’s historic gem offers a wealth of character

Former police station seeks buyers who want a home 'with a story'

Former Gunning convent now a modern eight-bedroom family home

Own a little piece of history (and heaven) in the village of Gunning

This bluestone cottage is full of historic charm and cosy ambience