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A Rare 1880s Church Retreat by the River
Singletons Mill
· 2 Bedrooms · 1 Bath · House
· Fireplace
Singletons Mill · 2 Bedrooms · 1 Bath · House · Fireplace
Soft light filters through arched windows, jacarandas frame the lawn and mornings unfold at an unhurried pace. Originally built in the 1880s and thoughtfully reimagined as a home, this heritage-listed church is a place with a story unlike any other. Occupying half an acre in Lower Portland, it combines architectural character, riverside charm and a genuine sense of escape. The scale and character of the original church architecture remain a defining feature of the home. Elevated cathedral ceilings create a sense of space rarely found in a home, while authentic details including the original bell hanging in the belfry and the church service sign preserve its rich history. Original timber floors, exposed beams and a slow-combustion fireplace create warmth and atmosphere, while a built-in cherrywood rowboat suspended above the living area reflects the home's connection to its riverside lifestyle. The mezzanine bedroom overlooks the living space below and serves as a distinctive main retre
Soft light filters through arched windows, jacarandas frame the lawn and mornings unfold at an unhurried pace. Originally built in the 1880s and thoughtfully reimagined as a home, this heritage-listed church is a place with a story unlike any other. Occupying half an acre in Lower Portland, it combines architectural character, riverside charm and a genuine sense of escape. The scale and character of the original church architecture remain a defining feature of the home. Elevated cathedral ceilings create a sense of space rarely found in a home, while authentic details including the original bell hanging in the belfry and the church service sign preserve its rich history. Original timber floors, exposed beams and a slow-combustion fireplace create warmth and atmosphere, while a built-in cherrywood rowboat suspended above the living area reflects the home's connection to its riverside lifestyle. The mezzanine bedroom overlooks the living space below and serves as a distinctive main retre
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