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Located in central Chewton, this charming, characterful timber cottage (circa early1900s) on a roomy 1,055sqm (1/4-acre) corner block combines beautiful period and contemporary features to deliver a stylish, relaxed lifestyle. There’s also the bonus of income potential if desired.
With elegant grey and white exterior tones and surrounded by leafy trees and shrubbery, the property possess undeniable street appeal. The length-of-house front verandah boasts a coveted northerly aspect that fills the interior with natural light. Meticulously restored and extended, the exterior colour scheme continues inside; the wide entry foyer with soft grey walls while the timber-lined ceilings, dado paneling and glass paneled timber doors in crisp white play beautifully off the Japan black timber floors. The floorplan is versatile, delivering generous living and dining spaces that invite relaxation and entertainment for family or larger gatherings. Beyond the family area, the bespoke country-style kitchen is the epitome of style and function. An abundance of cabinetry in Japan black under sweeping timber benchtops, premium gas and electric appliances, tastefully tiled floor and lovely leafy outlook present a stunning kitchen that will delight every cook. And when it’s time for outdoor dining and entertainment, French doors open to a rear verandah leading to a fabulous covered alfresco patio overlooking low maintenance gardens with raised vegetable plots and sunny deck area with a pathway towards a sensational 6x9m barn-style shed. With a concrete floor, power, bar, pot belly stove and rear lane access you have unlimited potential to create the ultimate mancave or workshop. Four beautifully appointed bedrooms, premier with walk-in robe share two stylish bathrooms. There’s also an excellent laundry/mud room and hallway linen closet. Numerous additional highlights include ducted gas heating, ducted evaporative cooling, 10kw solar system feeding back to the grid, mains power and sewage plus two garden water tanks feeding fresh water to the house and retail space.
There’s further magic and opportunity to be found beyond the home. Adjacent to the cottage is a purpose-built shed/studio space of 144sqm, with private access and possessing 3phase power with 2 ports, plumbing, toilet, and wash trough. With Chewton only minutes from vibrant Castlemaine, a major Goldfields commercial and lifestyle hub, and 90 minutes from Melbourne, the lifestyle and added opportunities are exciting and endless.
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