Characterful, cute and quirky in all the best ways, this early 1900s cottage called Barringhup home until the construction of Lake Cairn Curran necessitated a move to nearby Newstead Village in 1947. Within strolling distance to the Village's general store, café and primary school, first sighting reveals a stand of pear trees gracing the nature strip and behind the white, picket fence, the double-fronted weatherboard and iron cottage with traditional front verandah entry.
A comprehensive works programme has seen the roof reconditioned, guttering and downpipes replaced, new concrete stumps; the home largely re-wired with all remaining wiring checked and compliant. Copper pipes to the kitchen and laundry plus all garden taps have been replaced.
The interior boasts numerous period features including timber-lined ceilings and gorgeous, honey-coloured Baltic timber floors, open fireplaces and dado paneling. Light and bright throughout courtesy of colonial feature windows, the east-facing living room has lovely garden views. The light-filled, mid-century eat-in, country kitchen has curtained shelving, cabinetry, double tapestry brick fireplace, electric cooker and dishwasher. A lovely, paved courtyard is the perfect place to dine and entertain or just sit, relax and enjoy the gardens. There are three main bedrooms, all queen-size and two with reverse-cycle air-conditioning and ceiling fans. The second bedroom also boasts an open fireplace. There's a fourth bedroom currently used as a study. Suitable as a child's bedroom, this space could also be reimagined by knocking through from the adjoining bedroom to create a walk-in robe and ensuite if desired. The family bathroom, reflecting early 20th century style has a shower over bath, toilet and vanity with curtained under-basin storage. Filled with decorative beds, mature trees including walnuts, citrus and leafy shade trees and fragrant rosemary, the gardens are a delight and a lovely backdrop for the 5.9m x 5.9m Galvanised studio with cute verandah entry, timber floor, power and Ned Kelly wood-heater. The perfect home office or hobby space, the studio could also be converted into guest accommodation. Additional infrastructure includes a timber, barn-style workshop and a lined garage/workshop with pellet flooring and power. There's a wood store and chicken palace, ready for new tenants, laundry, two heat-pump hot water systems, three separate driveway entrances and all town services.
There's so much to love about this characterful cottage as is, while offering ample potential for further enhancement and personal touches. First-homebuyers, down-sizers, tree-changers and investors will readily see the wonderful opportunity this property presents.The perfect place to call home.
