If your house hunting is not aimed towards cookie-cutter suburban bland because you're more of the romantic renegade type, this property is calling your name. If you're a dream maker, you don't mind rolling up your sleeves, and you absolutely cannot wait to brush cobwebs off your imagination and turn a vintage dame into a heart with soul, look no further. Set on a huge block of pretty, gently sloping land, this 1930s character cottage is surrounded by old fruit trees still bravely producing, birds who think they own the place, and that unmistakable cottage-in-the-bush magic that's getting more rare every year. There's so much room. Room for veggie beds, chickens, a cubby (or two!), a firepit, and all the wholesome Hills living cliches you unabashedly want.
The cottage itself is a new story unfolding. It's raw and honest; partially peeled back to its bones so you get a little taste of the 'before' to see how stunning the 'after' could be. Some reno work has been started, mostly removal, revealing some beautiful original timber floorboards that harmonise with the exposed timber beams overhead. The big pot belly stove anchors the main living areas and will keep you oh so cosy during the Winter months, there are two bedrooms and one larger-than-expected bathroom with some elements you might choose to keep or reimagine, but the point is, you have space. Space to revamp, replace, restore, and put your stamp on this charming spot without wrestling with awkward configurations of someone else's extensions or tiny rooms. The kitchen has had its flooring stripped and currently wears a basic but functional setup with cabinetry and a large freestanding oven, ready for hearty meals to keep the troops fed while you dream up the bespoke masterpiece it's all destined to become.
Features Include:
• Renovator's delight 1930s character cottage
• 2 bedrooms
• 1 bathroom
• Original character features with some renovation work started
• Exposed timber beams & original timber floorboards revealed
• Living area with large pot belly stove
• Basic but usable kitchen with large freestanding oven
• Old but productive fruit trees
• A couple of outbuildings
• Front verandah overlooking a gently sloping block
• Good-condition large shed/workshop (approx. 49m²)
• Dual access from Chidlow Street
• Additional access via Honey Street dirt road
• Very pretty 2,452sqm block
Outside, the potential absolutely blossoms. The wide verandah stretches across the front, giving you a view over your own gently sloping land dotted with those charming fruit trees. There are a couple of outbuildings ready to be whatever your vision demands, plus a large workshop in good condition, just waiting for the DIYer or serial hobbyist. When the work really gets underway, you'll appreciate the access from Chidlow Street as well as Honey Street, the latter a dirt road that only adds to the wholesome rural aesthetic but will still turn out to be extremely convenient. And because this is Mount Helena, you're close enough to conveniences but far enough from chaos that you can hear yourself think.
This is your 'one day' moment.
This property is being sold AS IS.
For more information on 22 Honey Street Mount Helena or for friendly advice on any of your real estate needs please call Jo John on 0401 583 757.
* Disclaimer: the team at Earnshaws Real Estate has used our best endeavours to ensure the information here is accurate, but prospective purchasers should always make their own enquiries with the relevant authorities to verify the information in this listing. We accept no liability for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies. All boundary lines, measurements and sizes on our images are approximate.
