897 Coraki Road, Ruthven, NSW 2480

If the editors of Home Beautiful or Australian Country Homes discovered this property, they would undoubtedly feature it in their next issue. Every detail of this home is truly magazine-worthy!

This magical country property will captivate you from the moment you walk through the gorgeous garden, step onto the homestead’s front verandah, and cross the threshold into its wonderfully restored interiors. The property boasts an extensive list of features, including a charming cottage, solar power, chicken house, sheds, permanent water supply, and edible gardens, offering a self-sufficient lifestyle in a peaceful setting.

+ The primary three-bedroom weatherboard residence - originally the historic early 1900’s Codrington Schoolmaster’s residence - has been expertly renovated throughout to enhance the exquisite period features, high ceilings and original hardwood timber floorboards 
+ Walk through to an expansive and light-filled open-plan living and dining space featuring an exquisite gourmet island gas kitchen with bespoke timber craftsmanship
+ The opulent master suite opens directly onto the verandah and flows through to a sumptuous north-facing ensuite with dual vanities and luxurious freestanding bathtub. Here, you can also view the koalas in the eucalypts!
+ The second bedroom also opens to the verandah while the third bedroom flows through to an adjoining private sunroom overlooking the beautiful established gardens
+ The tastefully appointed and spacious main bathroom is also flooded with natural light and includes laundry facilities
+ Bask in total comfort no matter what the season thanks to ceiling fans, reverse-cycle air-conditioning and the original brick fireplace with a period-style wood-burning heater
+ Entertain or relax in style on the expansive covered back deck, enjoying the sweeping bushland outlook with koala-friendly eucalypts
+ The original garage has been converted into a stunning fully self-contained freestanding air-conditioned studio with mezzanine loft, full modern island kitchen and spacious bathroom and laundry - all with its own utilities meters and usage, ideal for visiting guests or a potentially lucrative holiday/permanent rental
+ There is a secure paddock ideal for a couple of farm animals, horticulture or for the kids to ride bikes

Acreages such as this - situated just 15 minutes from Lismore’s CBD, only half an hour from the beachside paradise of Evans Head, and 45 minutes from Byron-Ballina airport - rarely come onto the market. Complete with gorgeous main residence, self-contained guest cottage, solar power, machinery shed, bore water, established gardens and koala habitats, this phenomenal property will leave you absolutely spellbound.