Old schoolhouse finds new life at Black Mountain

Adam Jenkyn in front of the school building which has been transformed into unique country accommodation.

17th Mar 2026

A piece of local history has been given a new lease on life, transforming an historic schoolhouse into unique country accommodation on a Black Mountain Property.
The building originally stood at Mount Mitchell, and was moved to Guyra many decades ago where it was part of Guyra Central School in Bradley Street.
When the school moved to the new site in the 1970s the building was taken on by Guyra Shire. In more recent years it served as the Guyra Men’s Shed before eventually falling vacant.
When it was offered for sale, local farmer Adam Jenkyn saw an opportunity to preserve the structure and give it a new purpose. With an ambitious plan to relocate the entire building to the family property, he set about restoring it while retaining its historic character.
“Moving the schoolhouse was no small task,” Adam said.
“The timber building was carefully lifted in one piece and transported by truck to its new home with a police escort.
“Once safely in place at Black Mountain, the restoration work began and great care has been taken to maintain the building’s original charm.
“The timber floors have been restored, sash windows repaired, and many of the small architectural details that reflect the building’s early history have been preserved.
“At the same time, modern comforts have been thoughtfully incorporated so guests can enjoy a comfortable country stay.”
The renovated schoolhouse now features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, a spacious light-filled living area, and a fully equipped kitchen and laundry.
An outdoor deck provides a relaxing place to take in the rural surrounds, while one bedroom and bathroom have been designed to meet accessibility standards, with ramp access from the deck.
The farm stay will soon welcome its first guests, offering visitors a unique countryside retreat where historic charm meets the comfort of modern rural living.

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