$837,500

Wellington Courthouse, Wellington, SA 5259


WORK. LIVE. PLAY. IT'S YOUR CALL!

An incredible opportunity to own this iconic multi-use landmark. Entrepreneurs, entertainers, live in landlords - you can all find your place here! The Wellington Courthouse is arguably the crown jewel of Wellington with uninterrupted river views, and serves as the perfectly location for your business. The Wellington Courthouse (Circa 1864) is steeped in history, oozes character and charm, situated on 1,900 Sqm (approx.) across two allotments overlooking the most captivating portion of the Murray River. The Wellington Courthouse enjoys an enviable, highly visible commercial position located adjacent to South Australia's first River Murray ferry crossing which began in 1838.

The Wellington Courthouse is much more than just bricks and mortar, not only does it lend itself to numerous commercial opportunities, it also offers the potential to enjoy an enviable lifestyle in summer or all year-round to unwind, and live life to the fullest! Explore the possibilities of this unique and rare offering with a very spacious and versatile floor plan offering an undercover living surface area of 1,004 Sqm (approx.) providing you with endless possibilities, for example:

- Bed & Breakfast
There are six beautifully presented bedrooms - the two located on the lower level were the original Ferryman's quarters and five of the bedrooms have retained their original open fireplaces, there is also five renovated bathrooms.Guest could utilise the Ferryman's Kitchen, which showcases the original wood stove and has two modern electric stoves.

- Cafe / Restaurant
The fully functional Cafe with a kitchen can provide easy access to passing traffic waiting for the ferry, it also offers the opportunity to dine-in, in the dinning hall (originally the old Stable).

- Wedding and Function venue
A wine barrel bar and two gaol cells are situated in the exceptional large all weather covered Courtyard (the original Prisoner & Horse Exercise Yard), 10 separate toilets, an alfresco deck dining area with river views and outdoor living spaces enable you to entertain either intimate or large gatherings inside or out and enjoy the surrounding beauty and wildlife, both day and night.

- Museum
Lastly but certainly by no means least, part of the property has been used as a museum and the offer will be extended to the new owner of this truly unique property comprising of the Courthouse, Constables room, Magistrates Room, Telegraph office and two gaol cells... the ultimate place to host a murder mystery night.

- Brewery / Cellar Door
- Family / holiday home, in part or as a whole
- Multi-generational living
To mention a few, the opportunities are limited only by your imagination.

Some history for you:
Construction commenced in circa 1859 and was completed in circa 1861, this building was considered the most complex use of a building of its kind in South Australia.
The Wellington Courthouse and Police Station Museum was first occupied in 1864.
This heritage National Trust building became privately owned in 1946.
The Old Courthouse and Police Station provide wonderful displays of early living and local history, artefacts, such as a telephone exchange system, kitchen and cooking utensils and pictorial examples of the building and era back to the 1800's.

** Please Note: We've adapted the way we do things at Century 21 SouthCoast; to enable us to continue offering our full service whilst maintaining the health and safety of all. If you wish to view this property you can do so by:
- Arranging a private inspection with the Agent
- Arranging a virtual inspection via video call with the Agent
- Requesting a pre-recorded video tour
We thank you in advance for your cooperation and wish to ensure you we're committed to meeting your needs and making this process as easy as possible. **

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