Sitting in the middle of a very private and flat 7 acres (2.882ha) of prime pastures complete with the little Agnes Rivulet as the back boundary, this gorgeous home was built in 1890 and oozes the charm of a by-gone era. Super quaint, the original home, known as Emmadale Cottage, has had a new lease on life with extensive, yet sympathetic renovations and extensions, introducing an open plan living and a walk-in-robe and ensuite for the master bedroom. Outside, there is a lovely sundeck, an entertaining patio, a veggie garden, a chicken coop, a double garage with a workshop, the old timber barn and a studio accommodation for visiting friends and family.
Located just on the edge of the vibrant township of Cygnet, this is a very practical and desirable position. As you arrive at the property, a Birch tree-lined driveway leads to the cottage. Surrounded by a beautiful mature garden setting, the charm of this home welcomes you in to explore. Stepping inside, the country character will captivate your heart right away. The past is captured in the timber floors, the high ceilings, and the ornate features throughout. Yet now, a spacious open plan living provides a more modern space with a double set of French doors that open out to the garden sundeck.
The 2 original front bedrooms have been maintained, complete with open fireplaces and views out over the pastures. The master bedroom now has a full walk-in-robe that then leads through to a private ensuite. The other bedroom has the use of the main bathroom which comes with both a shower and clawfoot bath. Out the back a separate studio accommodation is accessed via the deck and provides a 3rd bedroom with its own ensuite bathroom. This is ideal for visitors to have their piece of independence or maybe you are looking for a multi generational arrangement.
The kitchen is centrally located easily accessed from the dining room and with a clever opening into the main living room. There is a classic old Aga Range wood stove set in the old fireplace. Now complimented with a 900mm stainless steel cooker and rangehood, you will enjoy getting creative in the kitchen. There is plenty of room in the middle for a classic timber country kitchen table, completing the country feel. Across the hall, a full walk-in-pantry provides you with excellent storage for all your extra jams and preserves.
The original lounge now used as the snug has the slow combustion wood fire, providing a lovely atmosphere as well as warmth that flows throughout the home. There are reverse cycle air-conditioners in both living spaces, otherwise providing a seamless and easy option for all year round comfort. Out the back a sunroom overlooks the garden, this conservatory-like room makes you feel like you are outside with all the comfort of inside. This is a great spot to sit back with a good book and cup of tea during the cooler months.
Outside, the decking connects the garden to the open plan living, provides a wonderful spot to sit under a large deciduous tree. A walkway leads to another entertaining patio flanked with weeping cherries. The path then continues on to the separate studio accommodation. Another lovely spot to enjoy is the front verandah which wraps around the other side of the cottage. The cars get a double garage where there is plenty of extra space for the workshop. Behind this, the original old timber barn is a great place for hay storage.
Behind the hedge, there are hot houses and raised veggie beds for your home grown produce. The chicken coop is huge and will keep you stocked with fresh farm eggs. Down in the back paddock, an old Mulberry tree is loaded with succulent berries every year. Fruit trees include, cherrie plum, apples, pears and appricot. The whole garden is well fenced in for your pet or kids to roam freely in complete safety. The farm is also well fenced. The flat paddocks are ideal for easy use and provide excellent pastures for whatever you've always wanted. Horses, or maybe just a pony or two. Run some sheep or Alpacas. Currently the pastures are home for 4 energetic steers, which are available with the property.
There is a lot to fall in love with at Emmadale, and just a couple of minutes by car or a 10 minute walk into the town centre, makes this level, charming and ideal sized property super appealing.
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