41 Berkeley Street

Set in one of Castlemaine's most desirable streets is this beautifully restored Edwardian home with a sophisticated extension that embraces sustainable living and modern comfort. This all-electric residence seamlessly blends heritage charm with contemporary innovation, offering a warm and energy-efficient lifestyle surrounded by landscaped gardens and abundant natural light. The original home welcomes you with a central hallway, high timber-clad ceilings, and double-hung windows, all newly installed and double-glazed for comfort and efficiency. Four spacious bedrooms include split system heating and cooling, with period fireplaces in three rooms. The generous main bedroom features a walk-in robe and a contemporary ensuite. A front lounge room overlooks the garden and offers a peaceful retreat with an ornate open fireplace, split system, and elegant proportions, ideal as a second living space, bedroom, or professional home office. The older part of the home is also highly insulated, ensuring year-round comfort. To the rear, the north-facing extension opens into a light-filled living, dining, and kitchen zone, the heart of the home. With raked ceilings, built-in storage, and bamboo flooring, a Nectre N60 - Curved solid wood heater, and a split system, this space is designed for both entertaining and everyday ease. The galley-style kitchen is a true cook's haven, showcasing a custom-designed seamless stainless steel double sink integrated into the matching bench, a 900mm induction cooktop, a multi-function electric oven, and a two-drawer dishwasher. A generous walk-in pantry and direct access to the kitchen-side garden enhance functionality. A standout feature is the impressive 5.6-metre timber bench, 700mm deep, perfect for appliances, meal prep, and display, complemented by thoughtfully planned cabinetry and storage throughout. Adding to the home's practicality, a mudroom and European laundry provide convenience and efficiency. The living opens to a covered deck, perfect for year-round entertaining, while the private back garden offers grapevine-shaded outdoor dining, ornamental trees, an espaliered orchard, raised wicking beds for vegetables, a pergola, and multiple sitting areas, all anchored by a wood-fired pizza oven. A separate studio with an attached workshop, bathroom, and split system provides flexible space for a home office, creative studio, guest accommodation, or Airbnb. Throughout the home, abundant storage has been thoughtfully integrated, supporting a clutter-free and functional lifestyle. Every detail has been considered, from insulation and double-glazing to solar power and water-saving gardens, creating a residence that is not only beautiful but future-ready. Key Features > All-electric home with no gas connection and ultra-low power bills > 11.5kW solar system (two arrays with inverter and micro-inverters) > 3-phase power with conduit ready for EV charging > Heat pump hot water, split systems in all main rooms, and a Nectre N60 - Curved wood heater > Extensive insulation throughout the walls, roof, floor, and underfloor > Double-glazing on all windows and external doors, including new sashes in the Edwardian section > North-facing living zone with raked ceilings and built-in storage > Cook's kitchen with induction cooktop, electric oven, walk-in pantry, and kitchen garden access > 5.6m x 700mm timber bench ideal for appliances and prep > Mudroom and Euro laundry for added functionality > Studio with workshop, bathroom, kitchenette, and split system > Landscaped garden with 40+ fruit trees, raised veggie beds, and pizza oven > 40,000L+ water tanks plumbed to garden and laundry > Fast FTTP NBN with Ethernet cabling to five rooms > Edwardian features: high ceilings, fireplaces, timber floors, ceiling roses, new double-hung, double-glazed windows, and stained glass This is an exciting opportunity to secure a character-filled home that combines timeless architecture with cutting-edge sustainability, all in a central Castlemaine location. The property is to be sold by expressions of interest, closing 3pm Wednesday, 10th of December 2025, unless sold before.