Kapunda 3297 Thiele Hwy

Kapunda's oldest homes tell a fascinating story of early pastoral and mining days and this property doesn't disappoint in spinning a local yarn. Originally built in 1890 for the brother of Sir Sidney Kidman, it is rumoured to have been lost in a card game at the North Kapunda Hotel and later owned by an iconic local butcher. Whatever the truth might be, there is no doubt that this character home has plenty of appeal today either as a cropping farm, lifestyle property or potential bed and breakfast experience.
Set on 4.655 hectares on the edge of Kapunda township with views over the surrounding countryside, many original features make this special.
The elevated front veranda with sweeping entry steps and decorative wrought iron lacework gives a first impression of formality but inside a warm welcome awaits. Large rooms, high ceilings, fireplaces, slate floors, mosaic tiling and modern updating typify relaxed country living.
There are four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with ample room for large families or for frequent guests to stay and enjoy the hospitality of this grand house. The bathrooms have obviously been updated since the home was originally built and can still be considered as modern when compared to the basic amenities on offer at the turn of the last century. Kapunda's earliest residents would have been thrilled to simply have indoor plumbing.
The huge dine-in country timber kitchen reminds you that farming life thrives on gatherings in the kitchen with family discussions happening around the kettle and guests always welcome for a cuppa. There are plenty of cupboards to store small appliances, preserving kits for making country produce and for crockery that may include your great grandmother's passed-down china. Fill the corner pantry with home-made baking! Your head cook and bottle-washer should appreciate the electric hotplate and exhaust, wall oven, dishwasher, double sink and central island bench.
There are character slate floors throughout much of the home which demonstrate the beauty of natural stone and the hard-wearing qualities that go with it.
The formal lounge and dining rooms are carpeted and are characteristically large with very high ceilings. There may also have been high expectations that these rooms were meant for quiet repose. More gregarious behaviour should be reserved for the relaxed sunroom at the rear of the house, which offers expansive space for kicking off your work boots and unwinding without airs and graces.
Two spacious cellars under main house can be utilised as traditional cellaring spaces for wine and food or can be repurposed. There are two external doors flanking each side of the main entry, so access to light and sufficient standing room allows them to be viable for use as a teenage retreat, playroom, studio or hobby room.
Established shrubs, native trees, fruit trees and lawns surround the homestead block and separate it from the working side of the property.
Stone outbuildings include stables, a work shed, work men's room and pig run and there is plenty of shedding with bays to park five vehicles undercover. A large rainwater tank is plumbed to the house and also pumped uphill for stock use.
This property will respond to your plans for a new generation to reside here and make their own mark on history. You are encouraged to explore the possibilities and connect with a life on the land at this enticing rural property, so much a part of Kapunda's ever-evolving story.
A new interpretive centre scheduled to be built in Kapunda main street as a tourism experience is set to evoke new interest in the achievements of Sir Sidney Kidman – known as "The Cattle King" - and the significance of his legacy. It plans to educate people about his role in developing outback Australia and about Australian horsemanship and pastoral life. This property with its ties to George Kidman may be a timely acquisition.
Call Loren for a tour and conversation and make your expression of interest by Friday 3rd May. Could be sold prior so please keep this in mind when making enquiries.
Features:
Circa 1890, solidly built from local stoneSet on approx. 4.655 ha on the edge of Kapunda townshipFront veranda with sweeping views overlooking surrounding country-sideWide return veranda features wrought iron decorative lacework and balustradesLawns and established trees surround the homesteadMains water and electricityHouse has new steel roof with solar panelsReverse-cycle air conditioningHigh ceilings, large rooms, fireplacesFormal lounge and dining rooms4 bedrooms, 2 bathroomsBuilt-in robes to bedroom 1Huge dine-in timber country kitchen with plenty of cupboards, corner pantry, island bench, electric hotplate and exhaust, wall oven, dishwasher, double sink, slate floorLarge rainwater tank, pumped to the house and up the hill for stock useStone outbuildings including stables, work shed, work mans room, pig runPlenty of shedding with room for 5 cars undercoverTwo spacious cellars under main house with external doors, could be utilised for storage or as a teenage retreat, play room or officesRegular termite inspections and treatments have been maintained at this propertyGreat cropping land, farm or B&B

Property Information

• Land area approx 4.655ha

Property Features

• Uncovered Carspaces 5