There are many reasons to get excited about this new listing. Firstly, it’s a genuine slice of precious goldfields’ heritage, renovated and extended for modern living. Secondly, it’s located in one of the city’s most historic residential pockets, just a little way north of the arts precinct. Thirdly, it’s absolutely gorgeous. Peel back the layers and peer into the past of number 6 Bray Street to find a place of stories. It’s a physical reminder of how the city largely developed from the working-class miners who built their homes and raised their families in cottages just like this. No wonder the City of Greater Bendigo Council is making moves to preserve our miner’s cottages, just as it has the grand mansions of old. The recent renovation here is sympathetic and classic, yet brings all the comforts and space you expect of life in the here and now. Take the front path through the high rosemary hedge to find a shaded veranda with timber deck. The front door opens to a central hallway, with two charming bedrooms at the front. Both have timber-lined ceilings with fans, and timber venetians on the sash windows. The plan opens in the centre to reveal a spacious loungeroom with vaulted mansard ceiling. More ceiling fans bring summer comfort, in addition to the split system, air conditioning and a gas log heater set into a hearth for plenty of winter charm. A second, open-plan kitchen/dining/living space at the back has a raked ceiling and gleaming timber floorboards. The timeless black-and-white kitchen is gorgeous, and features a pantry, dishwasher, stainless steel under bench oven, gas cooktop and breakfast bar. The laundry and bathroom are in keeping with the home’s class and quality. Outside, the 577m2 block has been beautifully developed and landscaped to make the most of the space. A brick-edged asphalt driveway leads to a 4x6m Colourbond garage with roller door, and a single carport with roller door. This flexible space, with raked roofline, doubles as an alfresco. Take the approximately 2km drive from the best of View Street and start imagining a charmed life, right here.
