This solid brick Victorian home, known as "Glen Iris", will create a lasting first impression with its north-facing orientation, classic facade and stunning cottage gardens.
Like many of Bendigo's fine period homes, it was built circa 1890 for a local mine manager. Thomas Knight was more than the manager of the Spargo Brothers Great Western Pyrites Works; he was a dedicated civic leader and a recognised horticultural expert.. (He would be super impressed to see his flourishing garden today).
Revamped with flair and attention to detail, the stunning three-bedroom home features a traditional pitched roof, tuck-pointed brickwork, cast-iron lace to the front verandah with ruby and blue etched glass sidelights to the entry and front windows.
Inside, the craftsmanship of the era is evident by 4m ceilings with rose motifs, deep cove cornicing, sash windows and polished Baltic pine floors.
Opening off the central hallway, the oversized main bedroom features a marble open fireplace and a beautiful bay window, creating a delightful retreat. Two further generous bedrooms include one with a fireplace and the other with a built-in desk/study unit. The large formal lounge boasts another marble fireplace.
Natural light filters through clerestory windows into the family living room, with space for dining and relaxing.
The stylish kitchen features stone benchtops, premium appliances, ample cabinetry and parquetry flooring. A versatile conservatory-style sunroom beside the kitchen has external access to the double carport.
The refurbished bathroom features a claw-foot bath, a vanity unit and shower surrounded by white tiles with burgundy heritage capping. The abutting toilet and a functional laundry complete the interior.
Outside, choose from a covered alfresco pavilion for larger occasions or a smaller elevated area for more intimate afternoon teas or cocktails.
The rear garden is a delightful space to lose yourself among the fruit trees, vegetable and herb plots, clipped hedges, rose arbours and specimen trees, including a weeping mulberry.
The back yard has a tool shed, a cute studio and an original stone cottage/dairy for use as a home gym, a hobby room or a home-based business - suit massage, hairdressing, etc (STCA).
Notable extras - a 3m x3m cellar, five split system units, bitumen driveway with off-street parking and rainwater tanks.
The property is a short walk to the Golden Square shopping strip, a Woolworths Supermarket, the Golden Square Primary School and pool, and the Wade Street Oval, while the CBD is a mere four-minute drive.
Rich in history and impeccably presented, this is a rare opportunity to secure a superb Victorian home in a prime location.
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