Introducing: 8 Belubula Street, Carcoar NSW
In the very heart of Carcoar, one of Australia’s most beautifully preserved 19th-century villages, lies a property unlike any other. With evidence dating back to the 1840s–1850s, this heritage holding combines rich history with modern flexibility.
Here, you’ll find:
* A beautiful, character-filled residence which is ready to move into immediately. The residence originally stood as 3 separate terraces, which were used as both commercial shops and private residences in bygone days.
* A second dwelling which has been successfully operating as an Airbnb, offering a steady income for the owners.
* Zoning – B2 Local Centre (Residential + Commercial flexibility) – which allows the three original commercial terraces to be re-established and once again house cafés, galleries, retail, or professional services.
This is more than just a home - it is a canvas for your vision, ready to be lived in today, with the opportunity to update, adapt, and add your own touch for the future.
Why Carcoar?
* Known as the “time capsule town”, Carcoar was gazetted in 1840, becoming the 3rd oldest village in NSW.
* Heritage streetscapes remain intact, with sandstone terraces, historic churches, and riverside walks. Everywhere you walk or look, there’s beauty to appreciate.
* A thriving arts, food, and tourism culture draws thousands each year.
* The annual Carcoar Running Festival brings national & international attention and draws huge visitor numbers to the village and the region.
* Just 40 minutes from Bathurst and Orange, and around 3 hours from Sydney and Canberra, Carcoar blends regional calm with city convenience, creating the perfect weekend retreat.
* Carcoar’s unique mix of history, culture, and community has made it a magnet for entrepreneurs, tree-changers, and heritage lovers alike.
The Property at a Glance
* Main Residence – move-in ready, full of character and charm
- Formal lounge & separate formal dining greet you upon entry, with soaring ceilings, ornate & working fireplaces, original polished timber floors & intriguing hatch doors in the floor, leading you down into the original underground cellars.
- Intimate sitting room with an ornate & working fireplace is the current owner’s favourite room with polished timber floors and feature staircase leading you & your curiosity upstairs.
- Open family room sits at the back of the home, with elevated views across the established, leafy yard and out to the river at the base of the mountains beyond. With the comforts of a cozy wood fire, the convenience of reverse-cycle air-conditioning, and the masses of natural light, this will be a regular escape during the cooler months.
- A bathroom with shower over the bath & toilet supports the downstairs living areas & commercial ventures.
- A practical, tidy kitchen occupies the heart of the home, and includes electric cooking, dishwasher & plenty of storage. Opportunity has been left for the next owner to either update to their tastes or install a commercial kitchen to accommodate their business needs.
- Upstairs is accessed via two separate stairwells, which creates a seamless flow to the cleverly converted floor plan.
- Additional open plan living sits in the centre of the upstairs level and creates a perfect separation to the master bedroom & guest rooms.
- 3 sets of French doors open onto the private and enormous balcony that sits above the footpath.
- The master suite has an ornate fireplace, split-system r/c air-conditioning, ensuite access & a sizeable dressing room that could easily be converted to a study or 4th bedroom/nursery.
- Underneath the residence, a rumpus room is cut into the site that provides access to 3 original cellars which house the historic fireplaces & is perfect for storage or perhaps the wine collection.
* Second Residence – operating as a popular Airbnb, providing holding income
- Open living room with neutral colour palate, fireplace & split-system r/c air-conditioning - providing a pleasant ambiance upon entry.
- Combined kitchen & dining flows off the wide entry of the lounge area.
- Renovated, well-presented bathroom provides a divide between the living area & bedroom.
- Generously sized bedroom with walk-in robe sits at the rear of the floor plan – the perfect quiet escape from any activity within the street.
Character, Structure & Opportunity
What sets this property apart is its combination of:
* Location – Positioned in the village centre, surrounded by tourism and community activity.
* Heritage Significance – Part of Carcoar’s original streetscape, locally recognised for its historic value.
* Character – Authentic 19th-century sandstone and brickwork, rich with stories of a bygone era.
* Structural Integrity – Solidly built and lovingly maintained by the current owners for the past 26 years.
* Opportunity – Live in it now, earn income straight away, or unlock further value through sensitive updates and adaptive reuse.
Your Next Chapter
For the heritage enthusiast, the boutique hospitality entrepreneur, or the family ready for a lifestyle change — this Carcoar property is an unrepeatable opportunity.
Offered for sale via Auction, it’s a chance to own a true piece of Australian history, with the flexibility to shape its future.
- Move in today. Update tomorrow. Leave your mark on history.
8 Belubula - A vital piece of Carcoar History
Carcoar was officially declared a town approximately 1839, but there has been a settlement in the area since 1826.
The land in Carcoar was surveyed and prepared for sale in 1842.
Mr J Stammers bought 2 blocks which would become 8 Belubula Street in September of 1842.
The first substantial building is recorded in 1850, belonging to Mr Louden, being a single storey building divided into three parts, under a skillion roof. The cellars of the current building are believed to be the foundations of this original building.
The three buildings were originally offered as shops, one of which was occupied by William Anderson, a watch maker, during the 1860's.
In the 1870's the property was purchased by the Derwin family, who were associated with the local cordial factory located by the river.
In the early 1880's the Derwin's began to demolish the old building to convert to a more substantial dwelling keeping in line with their substantial wealth and status within the Carcoar community. In 1883 the building became known as Derwin's Terrace, consisting of 3 separate shop fronts with residences behind and above.
Two of these shop windows remain with original glass in the property to this day along with original trapdoor access to the cellars.
Over the following years the property would be converted for various reasons including: A travelling dentist, the offices of Selina Getty one of the first female chemists and a bookmaker by the name of William Clarke.
The Mayor of Carcoar used one of the building as his office until 1936 and the buildings also hosted businesses such as a cafe in the 1950's and a gift shop from 2010 until 2018.
Originally the developed blocks of land that 8 Belubula was constructed on ran back to the river as a natural boundary. Local folklore suggests that previous owners and those of the neighbouring pub collectively agreed to allow some of their land to be used as a village bowling green prior to WW1 which continued for decades.
The building has featured in many TV shows, advertisements and movies. The most recent of note is the soon to be released movie 'The Deb'.
Other history of note associated to 8 Belubula is the construction of the garage. When a prisoner of was camp in Cowra NSW was dismantled in 1947, the then owners purchased the guard's barracks and transported it to the property to convert to the garage for the property. Evidence of this is a section where the last guards of the barracks have signed the wall in remembrance.
To Learn More About This Unique Opportunity Contact Us Today
8 Belubula St, Carcoar NSW, Australia
Mitchell Bestwick: 0423 380 182 mitchell@bestwick.com.au Matt Hackett: 0484 539 454 matt@bestwick.com.au
