48 Main Street, Yankalilla South Australia 5203

House Sold - Yankalilla South Australia

In the early years of the 1850’s and 1860’s, Yankalilla was one of the biggest and most important towns in the state apart from the mining centres in the north.

With the town’s significance came the injection of government infrastructure including noteworthy buildings such as the old school house at 48 Main Street. The school was operated by several people, most famous being Sister Mary MacKillop. Sister Mary, canonised in 2010 as Australia’s first Catholic saint lead the Sisters of St. Joseph at this quaint and iconic landmark in 1867. Also known as ‘The Brown Joey’s’, this order of nuns was devoted to teaching the children of the poor.

This unique and historic school house, now a residence, is steeped in early Australiana rustic charm with the natural tones and warmth of stone, slate and timber reflecting the strength, character and tenacity of yesteryear. It’s current custodians who have loved their home for over six years are now moving on, creating an opportunity for another chapter of this notable antiquity. The grounds surrounding the cottage, approximately 980sqm in total land size, complement and enhance the authenticity of her beginnings with various native and cottage gardens, original outbuildings and still-present pioneering Australian lifestyle features.

It’s charm and serene environment instantly fills the soul; its floorplan and features providing an ambience of a relaxed home life featuring three bedrooms, renovated bathroom, modern country kitchen, open plan living with additional cosy lounge with open fire place, combustion heating in living area as well as air conditioning for year-round comfort. Front and rear verandah, dual street access – Aussie style; large shed, garden shed, seasonal garden with fruit trees, vegetables and bush herbs adorns the spacious outdoors.

The corner allotment location of this beautifully maintained cottage is prominent yet humble; typical of its original importance of purpose of those founding years – to provide a place of learning and love in a peaceful setting.