251 Russell Street, Bathurst, NSW 2795

Bathurst is often referred to as the Gold Country, as the area was the site of Australia's first discovery of payable gold in 1851, and where Australia's first gold rush occurred. Today the historic township boasts grand architectural buildings and gardens built from the riches of the goldfields. Dunkley House, built by John Dunkley in 1895, is an exceptional example and testament to this wealth and today, stands as one of Bathurst's gracious family homes, in Russell Street – a historic classified streetscape with remarkably intact homes of the period. The home, located in the Bathurst CBD, is beautifully framed by a brick and iron fence and a lovely garden of flowering hedges, cottage plants, and deciduous trees. The façade has wonderful symmetry balanced by a deep verandah, ornate cast iron lace work and ornate chimneys. These were all features designed to impress and make a lasting statement. Tastefully and thoughtfully restored, everything has been considered for today’s modern living yet, retaining all of its architectural, historic and intrinsic character. All the hard work has been completed. The solid front door with exquisite stain glass opens into a long and wide arched hallway. Off the main hallway are the four grand bedrooms, two being master suites with an ensuite and walk-in-robe, the main bathroom has a separate bath/shower room and separate toilet. The end of the hall leads to the billiard room and opens to the huge open plan fully equipped kitchen/dining/family with extensive preparation benches, cabinetry and picture windows. The back door flows onto the expansive bullnose verandah overlooking the picturesque garden – perfect for alfresco dining. The historic interior is equally impressive with four-meter ceilings, ornate cornicing, rosettes, ornate marble and timber fireplaces, wide floorboards, multi paned doors and original windows. Features include: * Ducted heating * Ceiling fans in all bedrooms and main living area * Oversized (7.2m - 6.2m) drive through car garage and powered workshop with direct access from Rankin Street * 677m2 allotment includes an established garden with open grassed areas, and a gorgeous grapevine that frames the verandah beautifully * Lovely large kitchen with dishwasher and gas cooking * Fully enclosed back and side yard with tall brick fence for added privacy * Rear lane access * Huge bedrooms and living space * Three bathrooms, two as ensuites plus four toilets Dunkley House is positioned only a few minutes’ walk to Bathurst's vibrant centre. The town is known for its four distinct seasons, featuring warm summers and cold winters, heavy frosts, and sometimes snow, historic architecture, gold rush history, and the internationally known racetrack Mount Panorama, is a landmark of the city which brings in a lot of tourism, especially during the week of the Bathurst 1000. Whether Dunkley House is your next family home, country weekender, or an upmarket accommodation venture – the property offers an exciting opportunity to be a part of history and own one of Bathurst’s truly exceptional historic family homes, in one of New South Wales culturally and historically rich country towns.