21 Melrose Street

Step back in time and embrace the charm of yesteryear with 'Clifstan '- a timeless Lorn treasure set on a generous 947sqm block. Framed by jacarandas and picket fencing, this Circa 1800s, four-bedroom cottage invites you to restore, reinvent and relish a slower, more graceful way of life. Imagine morning coffee on the bullnose verandah, weekends spent gardening beneath the shade of mature trees and evenings entertaining on the alfresco terrace. Perfect for renovators with vision, 'Clifstan' blends historic romance with opportunity, offering space to extend, revive or simply enjoy as a serene country-style retreat just moments from Lorn's cafés, boutiques and riverfront. Set on 947sqm in a sought-after Lorn location, 'Clifstan' is offered to the market for the first time Packed full of charm, the Circa 1800s cottage would ideally suit renovators keen to restore the home Set behind a traditional picket fence and framed by jacaranda trees, 'Clifstan' has endless potential Lush gardens, including manicured hedges, and a paved front courtyard entice you into the property Space in the yard for granny flat, pool or shed (STCA), side access, single carport & driveway parking A wraparound, bullnose verandah encases the home while a traditional entry hall greets you inside Period features include 10-foot ceilings, decorative fretwork, high skirting boards & wall sconce lights Embossed wallpaper, detailed architraves, vintage lighting and mirrors also add charm to the home Large living room adds a sense of occasion and once restored will offer a grand space to rest & relax Living room offers period fireplace with decorative timber mantle, while french doors open to verandah Repurpose the historic mirror, built by the original owners, to its former glory above the quaint fireplace At the rear of the home is the light-filled, spacious family area, which flows out to the covered alfresco With a Fujitsu split-system & light/ceiling fan combo the family area is ideal for year-round recreation Modern timber kitchen has everything you need to live in the home while you complete your renovation Kitchen features include a Technika wall oven, 4-burner gas cooktop and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher Kitchen also has a walk-in pantry & the adjacent dining space has a buffet ideal for storing antiques Entertain on the rear verandah, which steps down to a paved terrace, which overlooks the backyard Backyard is filled with established trees and cottage gardens, or renovate and extend the home (STCA) Four oversized bedrooms with soaring ceilings are waiting to be transformed into dream sleep spaces Master bedroom offers built-in robes, stained glass French doors to the verandah & timber-lined ceiling Bedroom 2 has striped wallpaper, timber ceiling, original timber doors and a decorative open fireplace Bedroom 3 offers embossed wallpaper, timber ceiling & built-in robe, while bedroom 4 is blank canvas Family bathroom with large shower, single vanity, plus a large laundry, electric hot water & gas bayonetCouncil Rates $3,236paWater Rates $751pa