Positioned in one of Vermont’s most tightly held and sought-after pockets, 3 Cantley Lane enjoys an exceptional family-friendly location, with the highly regarded Vermont Primary School and Vermont Secondary College school zones quite literally at your doorstep and within easy walking distance. Add to this the convenience of nearby bus routes, Mitcham Station and the tranquil surrounds of Bellbird Dell, and you have a location that delivers both lifestyle and long-term appeal.
Set within this premium pocket, 3 Cantley Lane, Vermont is a remarkable clinker brick residence where genuine 19th-century craftsmanship meets beautifully considered modern living.
Built in the 1890s for the prominent Herring family, whose family history includes Sir Edmund Herring, Victoria’s longest-serving Lieutenant-Governor, this distinctive home carries an authenticity and sense of permanence that simply cannot be recreated today.
Behind its handsome clinker brick façade lies a home defined by substance: thick, whisper-quiet walls, soaring ceilings, generous proportions and exceptional structural integrity. Every element reflects an era when homes were built with enduring materials, meticulous craftsmanship and an expectation of standing for generations.
Yet this is no museum piece. Thoughtfully renovated for contemporary living, the home is move-in ready, offering the perfect balance of historic character, modern comfort and practical family living.
The accommodation comprises three generous bedrooms plus a highly versatile fourth room, currently configured as a dedicated study but offering so much more. Depending on your family's needs, it could effortlessly become a fourth bedroom, nursery, children's playroom, home office or quiet retreat. This flexibility makes the floorplan particularly appealing to growing families, those working from home or buyers simply wanting additional adaptable space.
Adding further appeal is the brand-new Juliet semi-ensuite, thoughtfully positioned to service the home's two rear bedrooms. Both rooms enjoy direct access to this beautifully appointed new bathroom, creating a practical semi-ensuite arrangement that provides convenience and privacy while enhancing the home's contemporary functionality.
Multiple living areas provide flexibility for families, entertaining and everyday life, while high ceilings and beautifully retained character details create a wonderful sense of space, warmth and timeless elegance throughout.
Outside, a covered entertaining area extends the living space into the garden, creating an inviting setting for relaxed gatherings and family enjoyment. A double carport provides secure and convenient off-street parking, while the approximately 515m² allotment offers a wonderful balance of usable outdoor space and low-maintenance living.
And perhaps most importantly, this is character without compromise. Unlike many historic properties, 3 Cantley Lane is not constrained by heritage overlays, providing valuable flexibility for future plans while preserving the home's remarkable architectural identity.
Homes combining this level of history, craftsmanship, character, land, renovation, family functionality and future flexibility are exceptionally difficult to find.
You’re not simply buying a floor plan. You’re securing uncompromising build quality, timeless character and an irreplaceable piece of local history—beautifully prepared for the next generation to enjoy.
3 Cantley Lane, Vermont — a rare home built to last, perfectly positioned in one of Vermont’s most desirable pockets, and ready to be lived in and treasured for generations to come.
