The hills are alive in Gunning as former convent hits the market

A property that combines history, country living and beautiful architecture has hit the market in Gunning. 

The eight-bedroom home sits on over 1800 square metres on Wombat Street in Gunning. Locally known as The Convent, it was commissioned in 1924 and operated as the local convent until 1969, when it became a private residence.

The property sits next to the local Catholic church and the old Catholic school, said selling agent Ian Blackburn of McCann Properties. 

“We call the area Catholic Hill,” he said. “It’s a rare opportunity [to own the property] as it has been in the same hands since it stopped being a convent in 1969. It’s double-brick, has very high ceilings, beautiful stained glass windows throughout the home, and the views are stunning, as is the garden.

“The architecture of the property is very unique – that is certainly what makes it stand out.”

Downstairs, the home has ample kitchen space, a formal lounge, dining room and sitting area that can cater for a large family, as well as a main bedroom with an en suite and walk-in wardrobe. 

The remaining bedrooms can be found upstairs, as well as an additional sitting room and a family-sized bathroom. 

“With so much space available, large families would certainly benefit from a property like this,” Blackburn said. 

“It could also be used for Airbnb purposes, as a conference centre, or for someone with an interest in older buildings who wanted ample living space for a family. 

“It’s been well maintained. There is nothing you have to do but there are things you might want to do, and the outdoor entertaining area is massive – the photos don’t do it justice.” 

While the building itself was an attractive drawcard for buyers, Blackburn said Gunning provided a great opportunity for people living in city areas to escape.

“From Gunning, you are about half an hour from Gungahlin, half an hour from Yass and Goulburn, and around two hours from Sydney,” he said. 

“There is easy access to quality services including great internet, so if it was going to be used as a business centre or if you chose to work from home, you would be fine to do so.” 

The owners are parting with the home as they are relocating.