Easterly sunrises spill gold across the garden and open vistas over the valley as the hills slowly wake. Perched on approximately 1,382sqm in a quiet cul-de-sac, this fully renovated Kalorama cottage has been transformed from a simple fibro home into a wonderfully comfortable retreat, where sealed access, established landscaping and a four-car garage make everyday hills living a pleasure.
The cottage itself is compact, bright and exceptionally cosy. Two bedrooms sit either side of a stylish central bathroom, both connecting directly for an easy, practical layout. The bathroom has been fully renovated with a generous rain shower, contemporary finishes and a clean neutral palette.
A snug living area brings warmth and intimacy to the home complete with a toasty Coonara wood heater, while the updated kitchen makes clever use of its footprint with a 900mm gas cooker and oven, good storage and a little meals nook positioned opposite.
Outside, the setting steals the show. An expansive covered deck spans the front, strung with festoon lights and wrapped in greenery, creating a lovely sense of being immersed in the landscape. There’s room here for a cheeseboard after a day exploring the Ranges, a barbecue with mates or simply sitting quietly as birdsong drifts through the canopy and evening settles in.
From here, extensive stonework and rock retaining walls shape the hillside into usable garden terraces and pathways. A lower platform gives younger children their own cubby-house zone, while another flat area is ideal for a trampoline or outdoor play. The rear yard is dog-proof, making the whole setup especially appealing for couples, small families or anyone wanting a peaceful weekend base with room for four-legged company.
A second sealed driveway leads to a substantial 11.5m x 5.5m four-car garage, while the main sealed driveway offers further parking for multiple vehicles or a caravan. For car enthusiasts, tradies, hobbyists or anyone who has ever wished for more storage, it is an extraordinary asset on a property of this scale.
Freshly landscaped gardens, towering trees, stone steps and established greenery create a setting that feels deeply connected to the mountain, yet the location remains wonderfully accessible. Mount Dandenong Primary, Kalorama’s general store and post office, the #688 bus and local village amenities are all close by, with Montrose and Mount Evelyn only a short drive down the mountain.
Cute enough for a first home, practical enough for everyday living and atmospheric enough for a weekend escape or Airbnb, this is proof that hills living does not need to mean compromising on access, parking or functionality.
At a Glance:
• Fully renovated fibro cottage on approx. 1,382sqm
• Ideal first home, downsizer, weekender or Airbnb
• Elevated hillside setting with easterly sunrise & valley views
• Quiet cul-de-sac location
• Two bedrooms, both connected to a renovated central bathroom with rain shower
• Cosy living area with Coonara wood heater & split-system heating/cooling
• Updated kitchen with 900mm gas cooker & oven, plus meals nook
• Broad covered deck with festoon lighting, flowing to a flat entertaining area
• Landscaped gardens with extensive stonework & rock retaining walls
• Cubby house, flat trampoline/play area & dog-proof rear yard
• Two sealed driveways & huge 11.5m x 5.5m four-car garage on a concrete slab
• Ample extra parking, with potential for a caravan
• Just off Mount Dandenong Tourist Road, close to the local school, bus, general store & post office.
• Under 10 minutes to Montrose, Mount Evelyn, Mount Dandenong & the Ranges' trails, cafes & gardens
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