Rarest of opportunities to purchase a stunning piece of history in Portlands prominent Julia Street! Restore this exquisite 2 storey beauty to her former glory.
Built in 1894 for Mr Wilson who was a Barber and Tobacconist, this property holds a rich history with ties to only two previous owners.*
Apart from the original balcony that was on the property - the highest built in Julia Street at its time - the building retains its authenticity and you can feel the history within the walls.*
Constructed by a Melbourne builder and architecturally designed, the building comprises of Portland Bricks among other building materials and still possesses it external decorative features.*
The ground floor of the home can be accessed via Julia Street or behind the building through the back gate and gardens. Entering from Julia Street transports you to another era as you make your way along with the long hallways. This leads into the first living space with original fireplace and then onto the second living room - both with high ceilings. You then enter the compact kitchen with walk in pantry and original fireplace and then onto the bathroom. A door from the kitchen provides access to the enclosed yard and outdoor toilet.
Heading upstairs there are 3 rooms comprising of a bedroom at the rear with original fireplace, smaller bedroom and then the main room at the front that overlooks Julia Street and the foreshore. This room also has the original fireplace and could be transformed to becoming a stunning master suite and to further enhance the property, the possibility of adding back the balcony (STCA)
With its own access from Julia Street there is also the original Salon - still functioning as a successful walk in only hairdressing salon for the whole family. The business is also an option for the lucky buyer with the option to continue running as a success that is or add your touch.
The Salon and building open up countless options - restore and live and work from home, AIR BNB, cafe and accommodation.....the list goes on and the potential is endless. Restore this old beauty keeping its heritage and history in mind.
Heritage Overlay HO74
**Unless Sold Prior
* Information supplied by Gordon Stokes from Portland Heritage Services
NB: Red boundary lines are an approximate only.
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