Superbly located on a prominent position in the main street of town, this stunning heritage building c 1875 was once a popular hotel and caf, which later enjoyed sympathetic refurbishment by talented owners. Retaining the utmost of its heritage glory formerly known as Howe's Junction Hotel, delivering 2 levels of exquisite period detail and olde world charm, with the addition of extensive rear stable quarters. Inviting interiors include elegant reception and dining areas featuring intricate stencilled ceilings, decorative roses, tessellated tiled floors, fireplaces with antique surrounds, grand mahogany staircase, billiards room, sunroom, welcoming country style kitchen with servery, cellar and polished floorboards. Accommodation includes 6/7 bedrooms with study, serviced by three antique bathrooms, powder room and retreat. The verandah and upstairs balcony enjoy streetscape views and the stunning Tallarook Ranges. The cottage gardens are easily watered by sprinkler system, featuring a magnificent 120 year old the mulberry tree and stone capped beehive well. A genuine brick Cobb and Co stable offers a multitude of workshop and storage options with plenty of parking and carport. Located close to the start of the rail trail, easy commuting distance to Melbourne by train and walking distance to primary school. Offerings like this are rare and the possibilities of returning this to a bed and breakfast, boutique wine bar with exclusive accommodation or commercial proposition are only limited by your imagination.
* Central town location
* Unique Commercial Opportunity
* Heritage residence with sympathetic restorations
* Six - seven bedrooms
* Exquisite period features c1875
* Original Cobb and Co stables
Scott Conboy 0418 148 615
scott.conboy@raywhite.com