33a Swindon Street, Ophir

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If you're after a piece of Central Otago history as a picturesque holiday home or short term rental, this property is it.

Sitting on the former site of the Bendigo Hotel which was destroyed by fire in 1886, it was replaced by Ryan's Cottage pre-1900 but still has some of the original hotel stone walls and the stables on-site. It has been used for a variety of purposes since including most recently as Otago Central Rail Trail and holiday accommodation.

The main dwelling is mudbrick and timber and has been upgraded over the years to be comfortable and cozy, with a fireplace and coal range adding to its charm. The separate outbuilding is stone cast and positioned near the main dwelling to create a wonderful outdoor space. There are options to improve the property as you see fit.

Located in the historic gold mining town of Ophir, you're just a short walk to Pitches Store eatery and Blacks Hotel plus there's the added bonus of having the community pool close by. The town of Alexandra is just a 20 minute drive while Omakau is 2km across the Manuherikia River where you've got amenities such as squash and tennis courts, the golf club and the rail trail as well as a café, service station and shop. Queenstown International Airport is just over an hours drive through Central Otago wine country.

If Ryan's Cottage Ophir sounds like you, book a viewing with Rhys and come and see it in person.