Circa 1860's Slate Cottage in historic Mintaro

This cottage is the epitome of cute & cozy. Built from slate for the local slate mine this cottage has stood the test of time, as the generations have moved through the home they have added to the fabric without losing any of its charm and character. The cottage would certainly have been part of the group of cottages & office’s that were part Slate Mine operations. Mintaro is a time capsule to the states earliest times and hold a significant place in South Australia’s history.
This home has seen the raising of many local families with the current owners having occupied the home for over 50 years.
Mintaro sits a Jewel in the crown of the Clare Valleys history and is a huge drawcard for tourists and is only an hour & a half from the City. Travelling the 17ks to Clare is a drive you will never tire from and with all the Clare Valley wineries and towns on your doorstep, Mintaro is a great jumping off point.

The home offers so much and includes:
• 1580m2 Allotment approx with a 23.13m frontage
• The home features slate flooring throughout with much being the original
• Open plan living with spacious lounge / dining with Combustion heater and split system A/c
• Kitchen overlooks the living areas and is big enough for a casual dining table or island bench – the timber kitchen has slate benchtops
• Three bedrooms not large but compliment the cottage aesthetic
• Front sitting room with open fireplace and “front” door
• Spacious bathroom with clawfoot bath
• Freestanding laundry / utility room
• A mancave off the spacious outdoor patio
• Under the front verandah is closed in “sleep out”
• Carport can be drive through to access the 2 sheds
• Swimming pool (with new liner)
• Spacious block with beautiful gums
• Mains water + functioning bore for the garden

There is a lot to take in with this offering, don’t second guess yourself make the decision early to come and view this not so little Gem
Give Tim a call today to arrange an inspection

Property ID: 1371642