71 Osborne Lane STRATHFIELDSAYE VIC

Imagine being able to enjoy the best of both worlds! The tranquillity and space of the lifestyle property you have always dreamed of combined with the convenience and close proximity to amenities and Bendigo’s CBD. Sound ideal? Introducing this delightful and charming mud brick home, nestled amongst a beautiful natural setting in a secluded pocket of Strathfieldsaye and set on an established three acres of prime land. Rare but often sought after, this is the type of property that buyers will have been waiting a lifetime to appear. Having been owned by the same family since its construction in 1992, the meticulously maintained dwelling and beautifully established surrounds mean you reside immediately with nothing to do. The home itself has been extremely well constructed using predominately natural materials, giving it an earthly and rustic charm that has no comparison in today’s market. As good and solid as the day it was built, mud bricks form the majority of the interior and exterior walls. Exposed timber beams, big timber windows, pine walls and ceilings, stained glass and slate tiles are features of the build, whilst a return veranda provides many sheltered vantage points to sit Bursting with character, the internal floor plan is beautifully presented and has the flexibility to suit both couples and families alike! Currently configured as a five bedroom home, with the master bedroom boasting its own ensuite and the second or main bathroom lies convenient to the kids or guest wing of the home. Two separate living spaces are offered, the huge area at the heart of the home houses the spacious main living and dining areas plus a handy study area, with solid fuel heating ensuring it is a comfy and cosy space to relax. Ducted heating and cooling offer further temperature control to the home. The country style kitchen is in excellent order, making it a pleasure to prepare the household meals from! Timber cabinetry is in keeping with the cottage theme, and is a staple throughout. Updated appliances include 900mm oven and dishwasher, whilst there is ample storage capabilities. Other features include large laundry and loads of storage space throughout Externally, there are beautiful landscaped and established gardens surrounding the home ensuring the hard work is done. The shady alfresco area is a sheltered space to sit and relax or entertain from, and a lovely vantage point to read a book and admire your surrounds. Most of the three acres provide a lovely natural setting, with bushland providing a backdrop to one side helping you forget you are in suburbia! There is a dam to help with watering the gardens, loads of water storage, and a tradesman’s shed/garage with double roller doors, concrete, power, mezzanine level and separate work area. An don’t forget the possibility of future development STCA? Mud brick homes on acreage are traditionally highly sought after, but seldom found. Especially ones that provide such a lifestyle opportunity within arms length of everything you need. So, when a home like this enters the market, you will need to act quick to avoid huge disappointment!