A historic piece of Kiama’s original Cottage Hospital site has hit the market, now transformed into one of the town’s most luxurious properties.

Perched on 1,739 square metres in a peaceful cul-de-sac, 1 Elouera Place occupies land that once formed part of the original Kiama Cottage Hospital site, first established in the mid-1800s to support the booming population of quarry workers in the area.

The hospital was opened at the top of Barney Street in 1887, before Kiama Hospital was moved to Bonaira Street in 1930.

The site at 1 Elouera Place retains historic links through its original dry-stone walls and majestic fig trees.

“This isn’t just a magnificent home, it’s a piece of Kiama’s story,” selling agent Helena Crumpton, of Stone Real Estate, said.

From its rich past to its contemporary luxury, 1 Elouera Place now blends European elegance with relaxed coastal living, a combination Helena describes as “peaceful, private and perfect for entertaining”.

The first Kiama Cottage Hospital was opened at the top of Barney Street, close to what's now 1 Elouera Place, back in 1887. Pictures: The Bugle

At the heart of the estate is a five-bedroom residence with soaring cathedral ceilings, herringbone oak floors, and full-length windows that flood the home with natural light.

French doors open to a broad terrace overlooking the in-ground saltwater pool, framed by sweeping district views that stretch all the way to the ocean.

“The layout is designed to bring the outside in,” Helena said. “Whether you're hosting friends by the cabana or enjoying a moment under the fig trees, it’s all about lifestyle.”

Inside, the home features a Carrara marble island kitchen with SMEG appliances, a walk-in butler’s pantry, and seamless flow to open-plan dining and living zones.

The beautiful five-bedroom property on the historic Kiama site.

There’s also an electric fireplace, ducted air-conditioning, and solar panels to boost comfort and efficiency.

The estate includes two additional structures - a gorgeous two-room studio with a kitchenette and bathroom perfect for a wide array of purposes and a ‘tiny home’ like no other complete with kitchen, two modern bathrooms and a large entertaining deck.

One of the standout outdoor features is a custom-built cabana with an outdoor kitchen, perfect for long summer lunches or evening gatherings. There’s even a heritage-inspired outdoor shower built into the base of an old fig tree - a nod to the land’s past life.

The walkway, between two magnificent fig trees, to a tiny home like no other.

But it’s not just the home turning heads, it’s the agency that’s marketing this spectacular property, which has a price guide of $4.9 million to $5.3 million.

Stone Real Estate Illawarra, which covers Thirroul to Gerroa, has recently become the No.1 selling agents in the region.

The Kiama patch - from Minnamurra to Gerroa, and west to Jamberoo - is led by the Crumptons, Helena and Greg, who have helped propel the office’s strong results.

Views from the main bedroom on the second storey.

“Our office has had over 400 sales transactions over the last 12 months, and our office as a whole has just leapfrogged other leading brands that have been going well for many years,” Greg said.

While Stone is now a growing national brand with more than 70 offices, the Crumptons believe it’s their grassroots reputation that sets them apart.

“We’ve been very conscious since we moved to Kiama just over five years ago about building and maintaining a very good reputation and we have been really well received by the local community,” Greg said. “Our whole office is ethically driven, and Stone is very strict with procedures and compliances.”

With a premium home, a prized location and a well-performed local agency behind it, 1 Elouera Place represents the rarest of real estate combinations: heritage, luxury, and growing market confidence all in one.

For further details or to arrange a private viewing, contact Greg (0418 557 185) or Helena Crumpton (0415 119 019) at Stone Real Estate.