A rare opportunity to acquire a piece of the early history of the region.

It is now being reluctantly placed on the market, and presents a wonderful opportunity to have a genuine character filled outlet for a variety of uses - think studio, gallery, country emporium, country style resturant - or you fill in the blank. There are too many opportunities to list.

The building has been used at various times by the Sons of Temperence (who erected it in 1886), the Salvation Army, a dance school, play house and as the home of the Yass Repertory Society.

It was relocated from Yass to Murrumbateman in 1991, the original building being restored under the supervision of noted Heritage architect John Armes, with strict attention to the heritage style detail during the repairs and restoration, including use of the original bricks for the fireplace and the original wood stove. It then took on a new lease of life as The Murrumbateman Emporium, an outlet for country style acoutrements, including antique furniture.

During 2009 the amenities area was extended and refurbished to render the building suitable for a residence.

The recent renovations have been made in line with council requirements for a residence, which would allow you to add a couple of walls and have your own live in studio - or whatever you choose to have.

All this, and the lovely country village lifestyle, so close to the amenities of a major city. Well worth setting aside a little time to inspect.

Inspections by appointment with Jeff Whitman.