17 Cowper Street

Stroud NSW 2425

The substantial 3 bedroom mud brick residence is handcrafted with attention to quality finish and detail. Living area floors are of polished local red mahogany, with bedrooms carpeted, and italian tile in the kitchen, bathroom, W/C and laundry. The house measures 22m x 9m plus 2.2m stone wraparound verandahs. The huge living/dining area has timber-lined cathedral ceilings and a 5m long built-in timber bookcase, the slow combustion fire has a mahogany Victorian surround in a river rock chimney with a terra cotta hearth. The master bedroom of 33m2 also features a timber lined cathedral ceiling with a separate entry door opening onto the rear verandah, the large bathroom measures 13m2 with a claw foot bath and separate shower, with french doors opening onto the rear verandah. Professional leadlight and stained glass windows are featured throughout the home which enjoys views from the back windows over the surrounding farmland.
Seperate gallery and cafe building of 225m2 is also mudbrick with timber lined cathedral ceilings. The gallery display area of 15m x 10m is carpeted, with tiled cafe/kitchen area of 15m x 5m. The gallery features a raised centre atrium to provide natural light. Professional leadlight and stained glass also feature extensively in this building with an ornate entry way to set the standard for all that follows. The cafe easily seats 24 with teak and marble tables/chairs. A slow combustion fire provides heating for the cooler times. The cafe kitchen and cappuccino/bar area is fully renovated with all new S/S appliances/benches/sinks.
The cafe opens onto a paved alfresco dining area seating a further 18 under cover at teak tables and chairs in an area approx 32m2. This area features a waterfall into a large pond stocked with water lillies, water iris and goldfish. To the side of this area is the amenities block, with cleaners room and storage area. Adjacent to the pond, the extensive gardens surround the Balinese pavilion which seats further 8 people. There is also a paved area at the front of the gallery containing two tables protected by cafe umbrellas and seating a further 12.
The driveway and parking area in front of the residence is of Karuah red gravel, with a concrete parking area beside the gallery building. Total customer parking spaces 11. Residence has double carport with artist studio/ storage area attached.
The one acre block backs onto rural land, and has all services connected (power, water, sewer, ADSL broadband). Behind the residence, toward the back of the block is a 9m x 6m enclosed machinery shed on concrete slab, plus a horse stable for the pony.
The potential of Terra Cottage is really only limited by the effort and imagination of the owners. The buildings and grounds are a constant source of admiration and congratulation from most visitors, so all the hard work has been done to create an environment for guests to enjoy, remember, recommend and return. Further opportunity allows for possible purchase of adjoining residential land, providing scope for expansion if required. Stroud Promotional Group along with Great Lakes Tourism is focussed on improving tourism/business in the area, and as the gateway to the Barrington Tops, Stroud and Terra Cottage are in a prime position to benefit from this support. Proximity to beaches, lakes, vineyards, 40 mins to Williamtown airport, 50 minutes to Newcastle city, 2 hours to Sydney has made the area increasingly desireable both as a tourist destination, and as a lifestyle choice to escape the pressures of city living. Terra Cottage currently provides lifestyle plus income with a very comfortable home and an established business, however the uses of both buildings are certainly not limited to what is now but the extensive options of what could be.
Additional feature/s - Balcony / Patio / Terrace.