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19 heavenly country churches for sale all around Australia

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A red-roofed church in ComboynePhoto: realestate.com.au

If you love towering ceilings, leadlight windows and plenty of timber, it sounds like you could be in the market for a historic church. From the Tasmanian countryside to the Wheatbelt of WA, more and more of Australia’s empty holy houses are being offered as an exciting renovation opportunity – just take a look at ex-Block contestant Mat Johnson’s recent purchase of a 116-year-old rural church in South Australia. Church conversions are definitely having their moment.

Of course, you can find completed church conversions dotted around the country too, with interiors that embrace its divine architectural details. We’ve found a number of these heavenly turn-key opportunities all across regional Australia, as well as churches that are ripe for respectful renovation.

To help you on the hunt for your divine future home or investment property – or just to fuel your daydreams – we’ve found some of the most breathtaking churches for sale in Australia.

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19 breathtakingly beautiful churches for sale around Australia

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18A Barkly Street

Ballarat East, Vic

Few church conversions are as impressively grand and modern as this one in Ballarat East. While the facade has been relatively untouched, an impossibly large door has been added to the garden entrance, which slides open to pour light into an indoor garden. Inside, the space has been reconfigured to offer five comfortable bedrooms and four bathrooms, which includes an upstairs studio with a kitchenette. The property comes with a price guide of $1,695,000 to $1,855,000.

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a traditional exterior of a church for sale in Junee New South Wales with stained-glass windows and manicured hedging.
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1 Gallipoli Avenue

Junee, NSW

This lovingly restored and thoughtfully updated church spans three levels with generous proportions made for family living. The timber-lined ceilings frame original stained-glass windows maintaining a rustic charm without sacrificing modern comforts like a refurbished kitchen, butler’s pantry and wet bar. And as grand as the interiors are, outside is just as remarkable, with resort-style amenities like an in-ground pool, pizza oven, built-in ice chest and freestanding pergola offering a divine place to entertain. The listing is currently open to expressions of interest.

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A country church for sale in Orange with a bright green church door.
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307 Convent Lane

Orange, NSW

This delightful country church for sale is a miracle in itself with four dwellings included in the 6.8-acre listing, making it a value-packed investment for anyone looking to continue its legacy. Currently operating as a mixed-use venue that spans accommodation, weddings, catering and boutique hospitality events, the opportunities for growth are endless. Or, if it’s more of the simple life you’re after, then the family-friendly amenities – like school bus service and proximity to the local public school – are an undeniable bonus. This exciting property is currently listed for $3,150,000 by One Agency Orange.

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Church for sale Harcourt Victoria exterior with weathered timber floors, a mint green door and plunge pool pictured around the side of the dwelling.
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138 Victoria Road

Harcourt, Vic

Originally built around 1908 as the local Church of England Sunday School and Scout Hall, the property has been immaculately preserved and recently updated to feature a contemporary kitchen, bathroom, and sparkling mosaic-tiled magnesium pool. This charming property is positioned within walking distance to the local village with easy access to Melbourne and Bendigo an attractive feature for those praying for a relaxed weekender or full time residence.

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the interior of a converted church for sale in Berridale Australia with white walls, a loft bedroom and modern furniture.
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19 Florence Street

Berridale, NSW

This beautiful church conversion is about as turn-key as they come, with all the modern comforts anyone could require ready to make your move to the country as comfortable as possible. The residence is set on a fully fenced corner block spanning 1,676sqm comprising a separate historic hall that offers ample opportunities for future use.

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converted Church for sale in Dubbo with renovated open plan interior and bedroom curtained off from main room.
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273R Obley Road

Dubbo, NSW

Set on an expansive 2,023sqm, this blessed bolthole has been lovingly restored by its previous owners to deliver effortless liveability without sacrificing any of the heritage charm. With original features like leadlight windows and sprawling ceilings, the interiors are fresh and inviting, while the rural surrounds promote the type of inner peace one can only dream of. Whether utilised as an Airbnb or reinstated as a residential retreat, this cosy converted church is ripe for reincarnation.

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Church conversion for sale in Port Wakefield South Australia showing a light interior with contemporary white kitchen and antique furniture.
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12 Burra Street

Port Wakefield, SA

This beautifully converted church for sale sits on a 1,461-metre-square corner block in the heart of Port Wakefield. Currently used as a residence, the historic Saint Albans Anglican Church and Hall comprises two large gazebos, a garden shed and established gardens that complement the existing structures and provide ample opportunity for extending the current community offering. The rare plot is currently listed at $549,000 with Wardle Co. Real Estate.

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A red roofed church in Comboyne
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3 Thone Street

Comboyne, NSW

This gorgeous circa 1917 church in Comboyne, an hour out of Port Macquarie, has been thoughtfully converted into a two-bedroom, one-bathroom home. Beneath rosewood cathedral ceilings, you’ll find a cosy open-plan living space, breathtaking stained glass windows and polished timber flooring. The property sits on a sprawling block bordered by established trees and offers plenty of potential for keen gardeners. The home is currently listed for around $795,000.

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2279 Taralga Road

Chatsbury, Goulburn, NSW

Is this not the quaintest little country church you ever did see? Located just 15 minutes from Taralga, this charming stone chapel is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, but remains within easy reach of shops, cafes and other amenities in nearby Goulburn. It’s also in immaculate condition, so all you have to do is decorate and begin your dream country life…

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The stone facade of a church conversion surrounded by gardens in Richmond
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25 Bridge Street

Richmond, Tas

Built in 1873, this Gothic-style sandstone church has been beautifully restored and converted into three stylish, modern units surrounded by thriving gardens. The unique church conversion is situated in Richmond, just 30-minutes from Hobart, and offers nine years of successful Airbnb history which could easily be continued by its next owners. The church-turned-home and holiday stay is currently listed by Emily Green Property for $1.98 million+.

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A former church in Rossarden
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15 Lee Street

Rossarden, Tas

This charming weatherboard church has been shaped into a soulful family home, complete with classic details like stained glass windows, French doors and timber floors, as well as more modern amenities, including a Japanese furo soaking bath. The church conversion and its surrounding gardens are located in Rossarden, which is an hour’s drive from Launceston. The one-bedroom, one-bathroom property comes with a $585,000 price tag.

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The timber facade of a converted church home in Young
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71 Lirambenda Lane

Young, NSW

After an eight-year restoration, this converted church in Young, a town in the South Western Slopes region, is now the ultimate rural retreat, complete with a brand new kitchen, wood-fire heater and a lush garden and orchard. The restored church comes with a large shed/workshop and is listed for $765,000.

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A restored church with a firepit area
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11 Walsh Street

Taralga, NSW

Set on a verdant paddock beside a vineyard, the setting of this 162-year-old church conversion could not be more idyllic. And thanks to a contemporary renovation, the church is now ready for modern living with a full kitchen, luxe bathroom with heated floors and bright open-plan living space. This one-of-a-kind property in Taralga has a price guide of $1,150,000 to $1,250,000.

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A courtyard next to the stone facade of a converted church in Greendale
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1120 Greendale Road

Greendale, NSW

Constructed in the late 1840s, the converted St Mark’s Church in the foothills of the Blue Mountains is truly a one-of-a-kind home. Inside, stained glass windows and exposed stone work speak to the heritage of the property, while the addition of a modern kitchen and bathroom ensures the home is perfectly suited to modern living. This Greendale church conversion is scheduled to go to auction on Saturday, May 2.

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Inside a converted church in Lilydale
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42-44 Castella Street

Lilydale, Vic

Dating back to 1890, this heritage church has been beautifully reimagined as a restaurant and cafe. Behind its brick facade, the former church boasts stunning stained glass windows, cathedral ceilings and original timber floors. The unique retail space comes with a price guide of between $1.7 million and $1.8 million.

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Two weatherboard churches in country Victoria
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6592 Maroondah Highway

Yarck, Vic

Not one but two churches sit on this half-acre block in the Victorian countryside town of Yarck. Both The Chapel and The Rectory, in all their quaint, weatherboarded glory, have been recently renovated, presenting the opportunity to run the property as a BNB or a shop, or both! There are two of them, after all. This picture-perfect property comes with a price guide of between $695,000 and $750,000.

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Small white country church in a field.
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4017 Princes Highway

Coila, NSW

Step into a different era at this well-preserved 1904 Presbyterian Church on the NSW South Coast. With expansive views over Coila Lake and the surrounding pastures, this sweet church, with its stained-glass windows, pitched roof and original hardwood floorboards, is ripe for redevelopment and has a price tag of $999,000.

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A charming church conversion in Guildford, Victoria
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22 Franklin Street

Guildford, Vic

Surrounded by trees, this former Wesleyan church, dating back to 1870, has been beautifully reimagined as an idyllic family home. We could easily picture ourselves sipping a cup of tea, looking out at the leafy views through the original arched windows. This gorgeous Guildford church, which also includes a separate cottage, is currently listed for $1,275,000.

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A music room within a stylish church conversion with rugs and a chandelier
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105 Main Road

Campbells Creek, Vic

Located just a short drive out of Castlemaine is this breathtaking 1873 church-turned-contemporary home. Original windows, timber floors and towering ceilings bring the classic charm, while country-style bathrooms, a sprawling alfresco entertainment area, and three cosy double bedrooms make it perfect for relaxed family living. The quaint church is currently on the market for $1,295,000.

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