Nestled amongst the rolling green hills of South Gippsland just over an hours drive from Melbourne is the gorgeous Loch Village. Famous for the stunning tree-lined Victoria Road, featuring cafes, curio shops, antique stores and a wide range of hand crafted goods on offer, many charming AirBnB’s, the Loch Brewery, Gippsland Wine Company, the suspension bridge and most importantly, right in the heart of town on a huge ¼ acre block 1016m2 approx with subdivision possibilities (STCA).
Beautifully restored and immaculately maintained, the building itself features a retail space at the front of approximately 110m2 with a huge double frontage facing Victoria Road. There is a separate display room/office and a storeroom. The original open fireplace creates a stunning ambience in winter. Attached is the stunning period residence which has been extended and renovated to create a functional and comfortable home without losing any of its original character.
The open plan kitchen and dining area features timeless white cabinetry, endless storage and bench space and modern conveniences including a dishwasher, electric cooktop and wall oven. The gorgeous guest bedroom has a lovely bay window and the third bedroom is the perfect place to work from home with built in shelving, ceiling roses and decorative cornicing. The gorgeous family bathroom has a feature claw foot bath, the perfect place to sit back and unwind.
At the rear of the home, the master suite and lounge room seem like you are a world away from the bustling main street of Loch. The spacious master bedroom has a huge walk-in robe, an ensuite with walk-in shower and glass doors overlooking the gorgeous gardens. Indoor-outdoor living is a breeze with the lounge area opening out to the rear alfresco area, complete with a wind-out awning for entertaining. The backyard is truly your own little piece of paradise – established veggie gardens and fruit trees, a gorgeous rose garden and flowers and shrubs bursting with colour all year round. Rear laneway access leads you to a concreted parking area with a dedicated space for the boat or caravan and two cars securely behind the gates.
Other notable features include three split systems for heating and cooling, a Coonara heater in the lounge room, electric hot water, a quaint studio in the backyard ideal for the artist and stunning polished floorboards in the original half of the home. This truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity to secure a gorgeous property in the heart of one of South Gippsland’s hottest tourist destinations, complete with an established and well-respected local business.
Attractive rental return opportunities available for both shop front and residence. As an Airbnb or commercial lease space. This purchase is not subject to GST. Zoned commercial with many options to be considered.
34 Victoria Road, Loch History…
The allotment was purchased from ‘the loch estate Company’ by George Taylor in 1893. A shop and residence were erected also in 1893. These were used by The Colonial Bank until it suspended payment later in the same year. On Mr Taylor’s death in 1896, the property passed to his daughter Mary Ann Taylor. She subsequently used the premises as a fancy goods shop also selling school requisites. She remained the owner unit the 8th of January 1923.
The shop has been leased over some of the period to various businessmen. It was twice used as a butcher’s shop by Mr Biggar in 1920 and by Mr Wells in 1918. The women’s branch of the Country Party also used the building for meetings and for the selling of refreshments on sale days.
In 1923 the shop was brought by John Wylie who established a fruiter’s business. Later, in 1944 a Ray Davidson used the building as a store. He was succeeded by William (Bill) Minty; followed by Keith and Muriel McMillan in the 1960’s the Phil and Mary Chruchis for two years then Neville and June Beer.
The grocery business was purchased by Ian and Grace McEachern in late 1978 and was run as Grace’s Groceries until trading stopped in the spring of 1981.
The building was used as a private home until its sale to Rod Estick in 1989.
The premises remained empty until resale in 1999 when Raymond Sanders purchased the property and started this own wood turning business called Benatree.
In 2005 Raymond put the property on the market for sale where Steven & Carol Hickmott purchased the property and they refurbished and extended the property. Then started up the business we now know as the Victoria Street Gallery selling all things giftware’s from candles, soaps, clothing, homewares and original artwork.
Contact listing agent Sharni Weekes 0473 670 522 at Spencer’s Unlock Real Estate to organise your private inspection. Inspection is strictly by appointment only with the listing agent.
