Your slice of history in Korumburra

THE OLD Corner Post Office in Korumburra offers a rare opportunity to live in a spectacular historical building incorporating appropriate modern touches and providing a business opportunity.

“It’s probably the most exceptional Victorian house renovation I’ve seen in Australia, if not in England,” Licensed Estate Agent at One Lifestyle Real Estate Julia Merrington said, being English raised.

“It is a historic building and harks back to the days when the postmaster was an important person in the area, and was built to be a substantial focal point for Korumburra.”

The building’s existing zoning allows for someone to live there and operate a business, or lease out business space, with an attractive retail store currently in operation.

“On one side you’ve got a very attractive retail space, which is the old post office itself with all the original features, and on the other an exquisite house,” Julia said.

She added that it is the only Victorian renovation she’s set foot in that has no draughts.

The grand building was built in 1904.

Its features include a tessellate tiled verandah, timber lined eaves, and large stained-glass windows surrounding the heavy-set entry doors.

It is bursting with character, with lofty ceilings of up to 16 feet, traditional fire surrounds, original timber floorboards approximately 26mm thick, feature architraves, ceiling roses and cornicing.

The home includes four generous bedrooms, the master with a stunning ensuite bathroom and walk-in robe.

The main bathroom is also beautifully presented with pressed metal features, claw foot bath, pedestal basin and marble lined shower.

Sensitive modernisation carried out by the current owners includes a fresh country kitchen, zoned gas ducted heating and secondary split system to the formal living zone.

Beautifully landscaped gardens offer treasures of espaliered camellias, standard roses, maples and a delight of colour for the avid garden lover.