Set on an expansive 1814sqm (approx.), this character-filled Edwardian weatherboard home brings the feel of country living to the very heart of Castlemaine. Rich with Art Nouveau detailing, stained glass, timber fretwork and timeless craftsmanship, the home sits proudly amongst beautifully established cottage gardens, roses, deciduous trees and meandering pathways.
Entry is via the elegant return verandah, opening to a generous reception room with an open fireplace. To one side, the lounge offers warmth and ambience with solid fuel heating; to the other, the spacious open plan kitchen and dining room features timber cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, a slow-combustion stove with wetback, a new Smeg gas cooktop, an undermount oven, a new dishwasher, and Castlemaine slate flooring. This inviting zone flows seamlessly to the sunny outdoor entertaining terrace, perfectly placed to enjoy the garden in full bloom.
The home includes six bedrooms, with the main bedroom offering French doors to the verandah and an adjoining bathroom. Comfort is enhanced by split systems in all bedrooms except three, providing flexibility for changing seasons.
At the rear, the property incorporates the original miners' cottage, the early beginnings of the home, now home to two additional minor bedrooms, a second bathroom, and a laundry that connects to a covered walkway.
Period features shine throughout: timber floorboards, dado pine walling, timber sash windows, high ceilings and every window framing a garden outlook.
Among the winding pathways and lush plantings are two studios (including a fully lined creative or work-from-home space), sheds, carports with rear access, 1.5kW integrated solar, solar hot water, and water tank, with the added benefit of Crown Land at the rear, enhancing the home's peace and privacy.
All of this sits just moments from Castlemaine's town centre, with its cafés, boutiques, galleries, wellness studios and vibrant cultural scene. Schools, the botanical gardens and the Castlemaine train station (with regular V/Line services to Melbourne and Bendigo) are close by, yet the home remains wonderfully private, sheltered by its gardens and generous allotment.
