There are only a handful of these two-storey mid-century brick homes around Bendigo, and 8 Barney Street is a classic and covetable example of the style. Awash with northern light and renovated with style and an eye for detail, it retains everything we love about the era, and a whole lot more. Upgrades include some new black-framed windows and sliding doors, which are all double-glazed. The plan was well ahead of its time, boasting optimal orientation, flexible, open-plan living spaces and a wonderful connection to its place and space in city-fringe North Bendigo. You’ll never tire of the terrific suburban views from the lofty top storey. A single carport, generous entrance lobby and a separate bedroom/office/living space features underneath the house. With dual entrance from either inside or out, via a glass sliding door, plus split system heating and cooling, it’s a contained space that would suit the resident teenager, or be the ideal base for a home business. Take the stairs up to the bright, light living space, with high ceilings, decorative cornice, and pale blond polished floorboards, and behold that view! This relaxed, character-filled lounge and dining space has ample room for oversized furniture. It flows through to a contemporary kitchen that’s all class. Note the sleek high-shine soft close pot drawers, the stone benchtops, dishwasher and pantries. A stainless-steel under-bench oven and 900mm gas cooktop are top quality. The family bathroom is likewise gorgeous. Fully tiled from floor to ceiling, it features a wide frameless shower, toilet, separate bath and wall of emerald green mosaic tiles behind a white floating vanity. It’s a bespoke bathroom for a one-off home. Three bedrooms bring yet more character, with their pops of colour, plantation shutters and polished floors. One has a bonus playroom or study space. There are two amazing outdoor areas here. Double French doors in the living room open to a full-length balcony. Imagine Friday night drinks or lazy Sunday breakfasts up here. Alternatively, enjoy the lovely, leafy elevated backyard. There’s a wide veranda off the back of the home, tiered, stone-edged garden beds and a variety of established trees and other plantings. It’s the sort of space to inspire some serious pottering. In fact, this entire property is an inspiring place to appeal to the creative soul. If that’s you, be quick to view.
