“When completed the building bids fair to surpass all other buildings in the town of Wingham in beauty” – extract from Manning River Times.

This beautiful high Victorian residence was originally built for Mrs Adelaide Hill (early settlers of Wingham ) by local builder Mr Amos Moore. This commodious timber cottage featuring imitation stonework ( an unusual feature of the time ) and original timber lined ceilings, remains to this day an outstanding example of exceptional craftsmanship.

The front door features an original deadlock and brass knob and is surrounded by magnificent leadlight panels framing the 5ft 6” X 30ft hallway complete with dado walls and 11ft ceilings. An impressive entrance to this gracious home.

The front parlour has an original fireplace and two sets of French doors opening onto the wide timber verandahs which are decorated with original iron lacework, and from which views over Wingham to the Lansdowne escarpment are impressive.

Three bedrooms all fitted with split system reverse cycle air conditioning lead off the hallway. The main is 13ft X 16ft and features a huge bay window with seating and storage. There is also a built in robe and ceiling fan.

The remaining two bedrooms, 12ft X 16ft and 13ft X 16ft offer the same generous dimensions together with ceiling fans.

Bright and airy, all bedrooms are finished in impressive pastel tones. For those with larger families both the parlour and sitting room (library) would convert to a fourth and fifth bedroom without detracting from the overall spaciousness of the home.

The sitting room (library) features a marble fireplace with generous built in bookcases either side. The current owners have also had timber screens specially made to fit all doors, in keeping with the homes heritage.

The kitchen is large and open plan with gas cooker, dishwasher, exhaust fan, island preparation bench and an additional wall of cupboards. The breakfast area leads through French doors to the verandah – a quiet private area.

This entire area is temperature controlled by 2.75 split system air conditioning. Very definitely a home for those who appreciate style and grace, this superb investment will accommodate the largest family with ease.

For the ultimate in relaxation, the main bathroom features a two person spa set beneath fixed panel leadlight windows – just have the grapes peeled and served! The “shower room” has a second toilet and vanity and is set off the generous laundry at the rear of this magnificent home.

In the 1960’s large additions were made to the rear of the residence. If you have a grand piano or pool table it will be perfectly at home in the 26ft X 21ft rumpus room, complete with masses of built in storage and shelving and cooled with air conditioning.

From the formal dining area French doors lead you through to the fully screened garden room which will be a favourite spot to breakfast, or to enjoy informal gatherings.

Set within a perfect white picket fence the 1891 sq m (almost ½ acre ) grounds accommodate extensive yet manageable gardens with a surprise at every turn. The grounds offer complete privacy from the street.

White and red cedar, pepper and crepe myrtles, jacarandas, rose apple and loquat trees among others are scattered and provide a perfect umbrella for seating nooks. A pair of owls use the yard to raise their brood, and many different varieties of native parrots breakfast in the grounds.

Side lane access leads to a semi circular driveway and double steel carport. A separate brick workshop with power, ceiling fan, concrete floor, attached carport and fernery would be ideal for anyone wishing to set up home industries or for granny flat conversion.

Without question – the finest example of Victorian architecture in the Manning Valley area.

Getting Here:

Allow 2 hours from Newcastle (around 3 ½ hours from Sydney ) – an easy drive along the highway or a scenic route via The Bucketts Way.

There are several flights from Sydney to Taree Airport and Wingham has its own rail station.

Zeal Cottage is just a short stroll to CBD and all amenities. Boat ramp, tennis courts, golf course, beaches and the famous Wingham brush are just minutes away.

Known as “The Friendly Town” Wingham has so much to offer.

There are over 150klm of navigable water ways, we hold the national titles for numerous sporting events, there are preschools, primary schools and a high school, all amenities including a shopping center, doctors, dentists, accountants and solicitors.

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Contact Details:

Lauders Real Estate

49 Isabella Street, Wingham

02 6553 4188