About Kim Thomas
Dale started his real estate career in 1989 at Neil G Anderson in Essendon. After a whirlwind six months as a sales person he was offered the Sales Manager role and soon after he purchased the company with a partner. Seven years later, Dale sold his share of the business and worked for leading bayside agencies before taking up ownership of Wilson Pride Albert Park.
Having gained extensive experience in project marketing and development as Sales Manager at Central Equity and then as a Partner for another large Melbourne development company, Dale decided to relocate to Lorne for a sea change. As a Partner at Lorne Real Estate, Dale enjoyed a great lifestyle. There was an amazing mix of busy peak times and great surf in a buoyant market.
Searching for a larger marketplace (not too far from the surf), he moved to Geelong and was CEO for two large operations which motivated him to set up Whitford Property; an independent, boutique real estate company focusing on superior, personal customer service in the Geelong area.
Dale’s expertise as a negotiator, auctioneer and in project marketing property has seen his client base follow him since his early days in Melbourne. Known for his integrity and commitment he will work tirelessly to ensure you always get the right information to help secure the best result possible.
Secure a slice of Geelong history as the new owner of this c1878 hall complex suited to an array of modern CBD uses.
Options for the character-filled brick building include use as a bar, restaurant, office, boutique theatre, reception venue or unique central residence (all STCA).
Perfectly positioned for the tourist and residential markets, it is walking distance to Geelong train station, offices, shops, Geelong Arts Centre, library and the waterfront.
Originally a 19th century Temperance Hall and more recently home of the Polish Ex-Servicemen’s Association, the complex, on a 370sqm allotment with 277sqm of internal space, is well set up for its next era.
Freshly painted throughout, it features a large central hall with vaulted ceiling, upper level/stage, paved outdoor area ideal for alfresco dining, two front rooms for offices or bedrooms, spacious lower-level kitchen/servery area, two bathrooms, underground cellar and storage rooms.
Character features include arched multi-paned windows, timber-panelled ceilings, exposed beams and timber floors.
A rear lane provides easy access for deliveries, with front entry to a foyer or a side gate to the outdoor area.
The hall is also within easy reach of The Gordon TAFE, GMHBA Stadium, vibrant Pakington St, private schools in Newtown, Deakin University, and La Trobe Terrace to take you to the road to Melbourne.