1230 Chichester Dam Road, Bandon Grove, NSW 2420

AUCTION:  FRIDAY JUNE 20,  2025 (if not sold prior) 

Transform the way you live at The School House, Bandon Grove

Step inside a home that tells a story-with soaring ceilings, hand-crafted details, and the rich warmth of historic architecture reimagined with modern luxury. Originally built in 1850 and rebuilt in 1882 with handmade brick, this former schoolhouse has been transformed into a serene country retreat that feels both timeless and entirely unique. Wake up to soft morning light filtering through century-old windows. Spend slow afternoons on the wide verandas, looking out over rolling hills. Host unforgettable long lunches with friends around a sun-drenched table. Curl up by the fire in winter or enjoy a late-night glass of wine under the stars. Every moment here feels like a gentle exhale-a quiet luxury infused with history and brought to life through impeccable design, echoing the romantic charm of a European farmhouse.
Whether you're seeking a forever home, a weekend escape, or a one-of-a-kind space to share with others, The School House offers a lifestyle that's hard to find and even harder to leave.

To organise a private inspection please contact Dee Braithwaite on 0458 206 063. 

Key Features
Architectural Heritage Meets Modern Living
•	Mid-Victorian architecture with gabled rooflines, original brickwork, and soaring 14-foot ceilings
•	Original classroom transformed into a breathtaking living and dining space
•	3 meter high windows with sweeping country views  

Chef's Kitchen & Entertaining Spaces
•	Commercial-grade kitchen with Falcon chef's oven, stainless steel benches, and farmhouse style
•	French doors leading to a vine-covered pergola for alfresco dining
•	Outdoor cooking fireplace and Tuscan-inspired entertaining area

Luxurious Bedrooms and Bathrooms 
•	Master bedroom with fireplace, French doors, and north-facing veranda
•	Renovated ensuite blending heritage elegance with modern comforts
•	Additional bedrooms with working fireplaces and original character
•	Three beautifully renovated bathrooms with underfloor heating and deep island baths

Historic Soul & Artistic Flair
•	Framed historical documents and photographs-including school letters and Dougie Walters memorabilia
•	Glass breezeway and sunlit media room connecting to former teacher's residence
•	Converted slab hut with 3-car spaces and rustic artist's studio
•	Bunk House perfect for guest accommodation, an office or teenagers retreat. 

Gardens, Grounds & Guest Spaces
•	1.9 acres of olive groves, orchards, and sandstone retaining walls
•	Magnificent country views across rolling acreage and surrounding farmland
•	Original bunkhouse ideal for guest accommodation or teenage retreat
•	Tennis court and sun-soaked courtyard for outdoor enjoyment
•	Restored shed and artist's studio with views over the paddocks
•	Original school toilet block converted into an outdoor fourth bathroom with brass fittings and ornate sink
•	Town water 
•	Septic system 

Accessible Location - The Best of Country and Coast
•	12 minutes (13 km) to Dungog, offering rail connections to Newcastle, Maitland, and Sydney
•	94 km to Newcastle's beaches
•	91 km to Hawkes Nest beaches
•	76 km to Newcastle Airport
•	Just over 100 km to the Hunter Valley Vineyards
•	187 km to the start of the M1 Freeway at Wahroonga

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