To enquire, please email or call 1300 815 051 and enter code 1697
Quarryman Cottage is one of Old Bowral’s earliest surviving homes. Built in the 1890s to house workers from the nearby Mount Gibraltar Trachyte Quarry, this charming weatherboard cottage remains a tangible link to Bowral’s pioneering past.
Offered on its own separate title within a boutique two-lot, self-managed strata, it sits on a generous 391 sqm block. The only common areas are a shared wall and a fence – strata is genuinely low-overhead at just $2,500 per year ($625 per quarter), of which approximately $2,100 is insurance. No strata manager is required.
Inside, the home captures the craftsmanship of its era while delivering comfortable modern living. Soaring ceilings, decorative fretwork and rich hardwood timber floors create warmth and character throughout. The inviting lounge is centred on a gas fireplace set in an original brick surround – perfect for cool Southern Highlands evenings. The main bedroom features its own original fireplace. The kitchen has a gas cooktop, generous pantry and direct access to the rear patio. Accommodation comprises three bedrooms (all with high ceilings and ceiling fans) and a central bathroom with both shower and bathtub, timber vanity and integrated laundry.
Outside, the gardens are deliberately easy to maintain. Multiple outdoor spaces include the classic front verandah, a sun-drenched rear patio and peaceful garden nooks – ideal for morning coffee or quiet evenings. The property has been successfully operated as a short-stay holiday rental, giving buyers the flexibility to continue generating income, secure a long-term tenant, or simply enjoy it themselves.
Location is a major strength. Quarryman Cottage is an easy walk to Bowral’s vibrant main street (Bong Bong Street) with its cafés, restaurants and boutiques. It is also convenient to Bowral Golf Club, the hospital, schools (including Bowral Public, Bowral High, St Thomas Aquinas and Aurora Steiner), the swimming pool and Cherry Tree Walk, plus everyday shopping.
This is a rare opportunity that suits a range of buyers:
• First-home buyers looking for genuine character without the renovation of a larger heritage home
• Investors who want a proven short-stay income stream in a tightly held location
• Sydney buyers seeking a low-maintenance Southern Highlands weekender or second dwelling
• Retirees or downsizers who want the charm and walkability of Old Bowral without moving into an over-55s village
Properties of this era and authenticity are increasingly scarce. Many have been altered beyond recognition or lost entirely. Quarryman Cottage offers the chance to become the next custodian of a genuine piece of Bowral’s architectural and social history – with the practicality and low holding costs for modern living.
Land: 391 m²
Parking: 2 car space
Currently operating as a holiday rental (income potential available on request)
Key features:
• Circa 1890 quarryman’s cottage – rare surviving example of Old Bowral’s earliest residential history
• Separate title in boutique two-lot self-managed strata
• Very low strata fees: $2,500 p.a. (mostly insurance)
• Easy-care gardens and multiple outdoor living spaces
• High ceilings, decorative fretwork, hardwood floors
• Gas fireplace (lounge) + original fireplace (main bedroom)
• 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom (shower + bath), integrated laundry
• Gas cooktop kitchen with pantry and patio access
• Proven short-stay holiday rental
• Easy walking distance to Bowral main street, cafés, shops and amenities
• Ideal for first-home buyers, investors, Sydney weekenders or character-seeking retirees
To enquire, please email or call 1300 815 051 and enter code 1697
