110 Upper Tenthill School Road, Upper Tenthill, Qld, 4343

Elevated,​ ​private​ ​and​ ​brimming​ ​with​ ​personality,​ ​this​ ​captivating​ ​character​ ​Queenslander​ ​occupies​ ​2.47​ ​acres​ ​in​ ​tightly​ ​held​ ​Upper​ ​Tenthill,​ ​offering​ ​the​ ​kind​ ​of​ ​country​ ​lifestyle​ ​that​ ​can​ ​be​ ​increasingly​ ​difficult​ ​to​ ​find​ ​so​ ​close​ ​to​ ​major​ ​centres.​ ​From​ ​its​ ​north-facing​ ​verandah​ ​and​ ​cottage​ ​style​ ​out​ ​buildings​ ​to​ ​its​ ​polished​ ​timber​ ​floors,​ ​stained​ ​glass,​ ​VJ​ ​walls​ ​and​ ​beautiful​ ​heritage​ ​detailing,​ ​the​ ​home​ ​feels​ ​warm,​ ​individual​ ​and​ ​unmistakably​ ​country.​ ​Yet​ ​this​ ​is​ ​far​ ​more​ ​than​ ​a​ ​charming​ ​home​ ​with​ ​a​ ​beautiful​ ​outlook.​ ​A​ ​substantial​ ​12.2m​ ​x​ ​22.5m​ ​shed,​ ​fenced​ ​paddock,​ ​extensive​ ​rainwater​ ​storage,​ ​flexible​ ​Rural​ ​zoning​ ​and​ ​excellent​ ​supporting​ ​infrastructure​ ​create​ ​genuine​ ​versatility​ ​for​ ​buyers​ ​wanting​ ​room​ ​for​ ​vehicles,​ ​hobbies,​ ​animals,​ ​a​ ​home-based​ ​enterprise​ ​or​ ​simply​ ​more​ ​freedom​ ​to​ ​enjoy​ ​life​ ​their​ ​way.​ ​With​ ​only​ ​one​ ​adjoining​ ​rural​ ​residential​ ​neighbour,​ ​this​ ​is​ ​a​ ​wonderfully​ ​private​ ​pocket​ ​of​ ​the​ ​Lockyer​ ​Valley​ ​where​ ​space,​ ​scenery​ ​and​ ​character​ ​come​ ​together.
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THE​ ​HOME​ ​–​ ​CHARACTER​ ​THAT​ ​HASN'T​ ​BEEN​ ​DESIGNED​ ​OUT
•​ ​​ ​Character​ ​Queenslander​ ​rich​ ​in​ ​original​ ​personality​ ​–​ ​VJ​ ​walls,​ ​polished​ ​timber​ ​floorboards,​ ​French​ ​doors,​ ​heritage​ ​casement​ ​windows,​ ​ornate​ ​glass​ ​and​ ​timber​ ​detailing​ ​give​ ​the​ ​home​ ​a​ ​warmth​ ​and​ ​individuality​ ​rarely​ ​replicated​ ​in​ ​newer​ ​properties.
•​ ​​ ​Elevated​ ​position​ ​with​ ​spectacular​ ​valley​ ​outlooks​ ​–​ ​beautiful​ ​views​ ​extend​ ​across​ ​Tenthill​ ​Valley​ ​towards​ ​the​ ​surrounding​ ​mountains,​ ​bringing​ ​an​ ​ever-changing​ ​rural​ ​backdrop​ ​into​ ​the​ ​home.
•​ ​​ ​Renovated​ ​country​ ​kitchen​ ​with​ ​exceptional​ ​character​ ​–​ ​a​ ​beautiful​ ​timber​ ​benchtop,​ ​ceramic​ ​basin​ ​sink,​ ​feature​ ​tiled​ ​splashback,​ ​walk-in​ ​pantry,​ ​dishwasher,​ ​three​ ​feature​ ​pendant​ ​lights​ ​and​ ​heritage-inspired​ ​finishes​ ​create​ ​a​ ​kitchen​ ​that​ ​feels​ ​perfectly​ ​at​ ​home​ ​in​ ​its​ ​rural​ ​setting.
•​ ​​ ​Practical​ ​eat-in​ ​design​ ​–​ ​generous​ ​space​ ​for​ ​a​ ​dining​ ​setting​ ​makes​ ​the​ ​kitchen​ ​a​ ​natural​ ​everyday​ ​gathering​ ​point
•​ ​​ ​Cleverly​ ​utilised​ ​former​ ​stove​ ​recess​ ​–​ ​additional​ ​cabinetry​ ​and​ ​timber​ ​benchtop​ ​transform​ ​this​ ​character​ ​feature​ ​into​ ​valuable​ ​extra​ ​preparation​ ​and​ ​storage​ ​space.
•​ ​​ ​Extended​ ​lounge​ ​and​ ​dining​ ​area​ ​–​ ​generous​ ​proportions​ ​provide​ ​plenty​ ​of​ ​room​ ​for​ ​relaxed​ ​family​ ​living​ ​and​ ​entertaining,​ ​with​ ​reverse-cycle​ ​air​ ​conditioning​ ​to​ ​the​ ​dining​ ​area.
•​ ​​ ​Beautiful​ ​feature​ ​timber​ ​archway​ ​–​ ​the​ ​kitchen​ ​connects​ ​to​ ​the​ ​main​ ​living​ ​area​ ​through​ ​an​ ​impressive​ ​timber​ ​arch,​ ​adding​ ​another​ ​layer​ ​of​ ​traditional​ ​craftsmanship.
•​ ​​ ​Stained​ ​glass​ ​and​ ​feature​ ​lighting​ ​–​ ​stained​ ​glass​ ​details,​ ​a​ ​statement​ ​LED​ ​light​ ​and​ ​a​ ​row​ ​of​ ​three​ ​pendant​ ​lights​ ​give​ ​the​ ​living​ ​spaces​ ​a​ ​wonderfully​ ​individual​ ​finish.
•​ ​​ ​French​ ​doors​ ​throughout​ ​–​ ​multiple​ ​sets​ ​of​ ​French​ ​doors,​ ​several​ ​incorporating​ ​beautiful​ ​stained-glass​ ​insets,​ ​strengthen​ ​the​ ​home's​ ​Queenslander​ ​character​ ​while​ ​connecting​ ​the​ ​interiors​ ​with​ ​the​ ​verandah​ ​and​ ​outdoors.
•​ ​​ ​Heritage​ ​casement​ ​windows​ ​and​ ​decorative​ ​glass​ ​–​ ​traditional​ ​windows,​ ​ornate​ ​glazing​ ​and​ ​timber​ ​architraves​ ​provide​ ​visual​ ​interest​ ​throughout,​ ​with​ ​screens​ ​adding​ ​everyday​ ​practicality.
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THREE​ ​BEDROOMS​ ​&​ ​BEAUTIFULLY​ ​INDIVIDUAL​ ​BATHROOMS
•​ ​​ ​Character-filled​ ​master​ ​suite​ ​–​ ​built-in​ ​timber​ ​cabinetry,​ ​air​ ​conditioning,​ ​a​ ​feature​ ​glass​ ​pendant​ ​and​ ​French​ ​door​ ​with​ ​stained-glass​ ​detailing​ ​create​ ​a​ ​distinctive​ ​and​ ​inviting​ ​main​ ​bedroom.
•​ ​​ ​Remarkable​ ​heritage-inspired​ ​ensuite​ ​–​ ​a​ ​freestanding​ ​French-style​ ​pedestal​ ​bath​ ​with​ ​pedestal​ ​tapware​ ​forms​ ​the​ ​centrepiece,​ ​complemented​ ​by​ ​an​ ​antique​ ​marble-topped​ ​washstand​ ​converted​ ​into​ ​a​ ​stylish​ ​vanity,​ ​toilet​ ​and​ ​chandelier.
•​ ​​ ​Generously​ ​proportioned​ ​second​ ​bedroom​ ​with​ ​valley​ ​views​ ​–​ ​built-in​ ​storage,​ ​reverse-cycle​ ​air​ ​conditioning,​ ​ceiling​ ​fan​ ​and​ ​pendant​ ​lighting​ ​are​ ​complemented​ ​by​ ​a​ ​beautiful​ ​rural​ ​outlook.
•​ ​​ ​Spacious​ ​third​ ​bedroom​ ​–​ ​generous​ ​proportions​ ​provide​ ​excellent​ ​flexibility,​ ​plus​ ​a​ ​beautiful​ ​pendant​ ​light,​ ​curtains​ ​and​ ​screened​ ​windows,​ ​and​ ​French​ ​doors​ ​opening​ ​onto​ ​the​ ​front​ ​verandah.
•​ ​​ ​Main​ ​bathroom​ ​with​ ​practical​ ​storage​ ​–​ ​tiled​ ​bathroom​ ​featuring​ ​shower,​ ​vanity,​ ​heater​ ​and​ ​built-in​ ​linen​ ​cupboard.
•​ ​​ ​Three​ ​bathrooms​ ​across​ ​the​ ​home​ ​–​ ​excellent​ ​functionality​ ​for​ ​family​ ​living.
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VERANDAHS,​ ​GARDENS​ ​&​ ​THAT​ ​COUNTRY​ ​OUTLOOK
•​ ​​ ​North-facing​ ​frontage​ ​–​ ​the​ ​home's​ ​orientation​ ​takes​ ​advantage​ ​of​ ​its​ ​elevated​ ​position​ ​and​ ​provides​ ​a​ ​wonderful​ ​setting​ ​from​ ​which​ ​to​ ​appreciate​ ​the​ ​surrounding​ ​countryside.
•​ ​​ ​Extended​ ​front​ ​verandah​ ​with​ ​wrought-iron​ ​balustrading​ ​–​ ​an​ ​inviting​ ​outdoor​ ​living​ ​space​ ​perfectly​ ​positioned​ ​for​ ​morning​ ​coffee,​ ​afternoon​ ​drinks​ ​or​ ​simply​ ​taking​ ​in​ ​the​ ​rural​ ​outlook.
•​ ​​ ​Additional​ ​pavilion-style​ ​deck​ ​–​ ​extra​ ​decking​ ​extending​ ​to​ ​the​ ​side​ ​creates​ ​another​ ​outdoor​ ​area​ ​for​ ​entertaining,​ ​relaxing​ ​or​ ​enjoying​ ​the​ ​gardens.
•​ ​​ ​Established​ ​cottage-style​ ​gardens​ ​–​ ​colourful​ ​plantings​ ​and​ ​established​ ​poinciana,​ ​jacaranda​ ​and​ ​frangipani​ ​trees​ ​complement​ ​the​ ​home's​ ​traditional​ ​country​ ​character.
•​ ​​ ​Established​ ​fruit​ ​trees​ ​including​ ​mangoes​ ​–​ ​adding​ ​another​ ​practical​ ​and​ ​appealing​ ​element​ ​to​ ​the​ ​rural​ ​lifestyle.
•​ ​​ ​Fenced​ ​house​ ​yard​ ​–​ ​creates​ ​a​ ​defined​ ​area​ ​around​ ​the​ ​residence,​ ​ideal​ ​for​ ​children,​ ​pets​ ​and​ ​everyday​ ​outdoor​ ​living.
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2.47​ ​ACRES​ ​–​ ​SPACE,​ ​PRIVACY​ ​&​ ​RURAL​ ​FLEXIBILITY
•​ ​​ ​Approximately​ ​2.47​ ​acres​ ​in​ ​tightly​ ​held​ ​Upper​ ​Tenthill​ ​–​ ​enough​ ​land​ ​to​ ​genuinely​ ​enjoy​ ​a​ ​country​ ​lifestyle​ ​without​ ​the​ ​workload​ ​associated​ ​with​ ​a​ ​much​ ​larger​ ​holding.
•​ ​​ ​Flexible​ ​Rural​ ​zoning​ ​–​ ​provides​ ​scope​ ​for​ ​a​ ​variety​ ​of​ ​rural​ ​and​ ​lifestyle​ ​uses,​ ​subject​ ​to​ ​Council​ ​requirements,​ ​giving​ ​buyers​ ​greater​ ​versatility​ ​in​ ​how​ ​they​ ​enjoy​ ​the​ ​property.
•​ ​​ ​Mostly​ ​fenced​ ​rear​ ​paddock​ ​–​ ​ideal​ ​for​ ​buyers​ ​seeking​ ​usable​ ​land​ ​for​ ​animals,​ ​hobby​ ​farming​ ​or​ ​additional​ ​outdoor​ ​pursuits.
•​ ​​ ​Exceptional​ ​privacy​ ​–​ ​with​ ​only​ ​one​ ​adjoining​ ​rural​ ​residential​ ​neighbour,​ ​the​ ​property​ ​enjoys​ ​a​ ​peaceful​ ​setting​ ​with​ ​a​ ​genuine​ ​sense​ ​of​ ​separation.
•​ ​​ ​Elevated​ ​rural​ ​position​ ​–​ ​expansive​ ​valley​ ​and​ ​mountain​ ​aspects​ ​create​ ​a​ ​setting​ ​that​ ​feels​ ​wonderfully​ ​removed​ ​from​ ​suburban​ ​life.
•​ ​​ ​Close​ ​to​ ​the​ ​Tenthill​ ​Pub​ ​–​ ​enjoy​ ​the​ ​convenience​ ​and​ ​community​ ​atmosphere​ ​of​ ​the​ ​local​ ​country​ ​pub​ ​only​ ​a​ ​short​ ​distance​ ​from​ ​home.
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SERIOUS​ ​SHEDDING​ ​&​ ​EXCELLENT​ ​STORAGE
•​ ​​ ​Impressive​ ​12.2m​ ​x​ ​22.5m​ ​shed​ ​–​ ​an​ ​outstanding​ ​asset​ ​for​ ​trades,​ ​machinery,​ ​vehicles,​ ​caravans,​ ​boats,​ ​hobbies,​ ​projects​ ​or​ ​substantial​ ​storage.
•​ ​​ ​Secure​ ​and​ ​lockable​ ​–​ ​sliding-door​ ​access​ ​allows​ ​equipment​ ​and​ ​vehicles​ ​to​ ​be​ ​stored​ ​securely.
•​ ​​ ​Dedicated​ ​storage​ ​room​ ​–​ ​additional​ ​enclosed​ ​storage​ ​adds​ ​further​ ​practicality​ ​to​ ​the​ ​already​ ​substantial​ ​shed​ ​space.
•​ ​​ ​Rustic​ ​bar​ ​area​ ​–​ ​gives​ ​the​ ​shed​ ​an​ ​entertaining​ ​dimension​ ​and​ ​creates​ ​a​ ​great​ ​space​ ​to​ ​unwind​ ​with​ ​friends.
•​ ​​ ​Approximately​ ​6m​ ​x​ ​6m​ ​front​ ​car​ ​shed​ ​–​ ​providing​ ​convenient​ ​covered​ ​accommodation​ ​for​ ​approximately​ ​two​ ​vehicles,​ ​one​ ​roller​ ​door​ ​with​ ​remote​ ​access.
•​ ​​ ​Gated​ ​driveway​ ​access​ ​to​ ​shedding​ ​–​ ​practical​ ​vehicle​ ​access​ ​connects​ ​the​ ​house​ ​yard​ ​with​ ​the​ ​property's​ ​major​ ​infrastructure.
•​ ​​ ​Additional​ ​under-house​ ​storage​ ​–​ ​valuable​ ​space​ ​for​ ​tools,​ ​garden​ ​equipment​ ​and​ ​general​ ​household​ ​storage.
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WATER,​ ​SERVICES​ ​&​ ​EXTRA​ ​PRACTICALITY
•​ ​​ ​Six​ ​rainwater​ ​tanks​ ​76,000L​ ​capacity​ ​–​ ​comprising​ ​four​ ​poly​ ​tanks​ ​and​ ​two​ ​concrete​ ​tanks,​ ​providing​ ​extensive​ ​rainwater​ ​storage
•​ ​​ ​NBN​ ​connected​ ​–​ ​an​ ​important​ ​inclusion​ ​for​ ​working​ ​from​ ​home,​ ​streaming​ ​and​ ​staying​ ​connected​ ​while​ ​enjoying​ ​a​ ​rural​ ​setting.
•​ ​​ ​10kW​ ​solar​ ​power​ ​system​ ​–​ ​helping​ ​reduce​ ​reliance​ ​on​ ​grid​ ​electricity​ ​and​ ​minimise​ ​ongoing​ ​household​ ​energy​ ​costs.
•​ ​​ ​Additional​ ​downstairs​ ​shower​ ​room​ ​–​ ​excellent​ ​for​ ​cleaning​ ​up​ ​after​ ​working​ ​outdoors,​ ​in​ ​the​ ​shed​ ​or​ ​around​ ​the​ ​property.
•​ ​​ ​Second​ ​laundry​ ​or​ ​storage​ ​area​ ​downstairs​ ​–​ ​further​ ​flexibility​ ​for​ ​busy​ ​households,​ ​rural​ ​pursuits​ ​or​ ​additional​ ​storage.
•​ ​​ ​Upstairs​ ​character​ ​laundry​ ​–​ ​beautifully​ ​finished​ ​with​ ​timber​ ​cabinetry,​ ​a​ ​large​ ​ceramic​ ​basin​ ​sink​ ​and​ ​a​ ​striking​ ​stained-glass​ ​barn-style​ ​sliding​ ​door.
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WHY​ ​UPPER​ ​TENTHILL​ ​&​ ​THE​ ​LOCKYER​ ​VALLEY?
Upper​ ​Tenthill​ ​offers​ ​buyers​ ​something​ ​increasingly​ ​valuable:​ ​genuine​ ​rural​ ​living​ ​without​ ​isolation.​ ​From​ ​this​ ​peaceful​ ​country​ ​setting,​ ​Gatton​ ​is​ ​approximately​ ​10​ ​minutes​ ​away,​ ​placing​ ​shopping,​ ​schools,​ ​healthcare​ ​and​ ​everyday​ ​services​ ​within​ ​easy​ ​reach,​ ​while​ ​Toowoomba​ ​is​ ​approximately​ ​25​ ​minutes​ ​away​ ​and​ ​Brisbane​ ​can​ ​be​ ​reached​ ​in​ ​around​ ​1​ ​hour​ ​30​ ​minutes,​ ​depending​ ​on​ ​traffic​ ​and​ ​destination.​ ​The​ ​broader​ ​Lockyer​ ​Valley​ ​continues​ ​to​ ​benefit​ ​from​ ​its​ ​strategic​ ​position​ ​along​ ​the​ ​Warrego​ ​Highway​ ​corridor​ ​between​ ​Brisbane​ ​and​ ​Toowoomba.​ ​Lockyer​ ​Valley​ ​Regional​ ​Council​ ​identifies​ ​the​ ​region​ ​as​ ​a​ ​leading​ ​agricultural​ ​area​ ​offering​ ​rural​ ​lifestyle​ ​and​ ​employment​ ​opportunities,​ ​while​ ​recent​ ​regional​ ​data​ ​highlights​ ​continued​ ​investment,​ ​employment​ ​growth​ ​and​ ​strength​ ​across​ ​agriculture​ ​and​ ​manufacturing.​ ​Council​ ​is​ ​also​ ​actively​ ​planning​ ​for​ ​future​ ​population,​ ​housing​ ​and​ ​infrastructure​ ​growth​ ​through​ ​its​ ​Growth​ ​Management​ ​Strategy.​ ​For​ ​buyers​ ​seeking​ ​land​ ​and​ ​flexibility,​ ​Rural​ ​zoning​ ​is​ ​particularly​ ​appealing:​ ​the​ ​current​ ​planning​ ​scheme​ ​provides​ ​for​ ​a​ ​broad​ ​range​ ​of​ ​rural​ ​activities​ ​and​ ​other​ ​consistent​ ​uses,​ ​although​ ​individual​ ​proposals​ ​remain​ ​subject​ ​to​ ​applicable​ ​planning​ ​requirements,​ ​overlays​ ​and​ ​approvals.
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YOUR​ ​COUNTRY​ ​ESCAPE​ ​MAY​ ​BE​ ​CLOSER​ ​THAN​ ​YOU​ ​THINK
If​ ​you've​ ​ever​ ​wondered​ ​what​ ​it​ ​might​ ​feel​ ​like​ ​to​ ​escape​ ​to​ ​the​ ​country​ ​without​ ​leaving​ ​convenience​ ​behind,​ ​110​ ​Upper​ ​Tenthill​ ​School​ ​Lane​ ​deserves​ ​your​ ​attention.​ ​This​ ​isn't​ ​simply​ ​2.47​ ​acres​ ​with​ ​a​ ​Queenslander​ ​on​ ​it;​ ​it's​ ​verandah​ ​mornings​ ​overlooking​ ​the​ ​valley,​ ​French​ ​doors​ ​standing​ ​open​ ​to​ ​the​ ​country​ ​air,​ ​room​ ​for​ ​animals​ ​and​ ​projects,​ ​an​ ​enormous​ ​shed​ ​waiting​ ​to​ ​be​ ​put​ ​to​ ​use,​ ​and​ ​a​ ​home​ ​whose​ ​timber,​ ​stained​ ​glass​ ​and​ ​heritage​ ​details​ ​give​ ​it​ ​a​ ​personality​ ​entirely​ ​its​ ​own.
Rarely​ ​offered​ ​in​ ​tightly​ ​held​ ​Upper​ ​Tenthill,​ ​properties​ ​combining​ ​this​ ​level​ ​of​ ​character,​ ​usable​ ​acreage,​ ​substantial​ ​shedding,​ ​privacy​ ​and​ ​remarkable​ ​valley​ ​and​ ​mountain​ ​views​ ​are​ ​difficult​ ​to​ ​replace.
Come​ ​and​ ​experience​ ​the​ ​outlook,​ ​the​ ​character​ ​and​ ​the​ ​possibilities​ ​for​ ​yourself.