Immerse yourself in the majesty of ‘Hurst’. Fronting the historic Bickleigh Vale Village on almost half an acre, it is a property of local significance, originally home to Edna Walling’s gardener.
Embodying Edna’s enduring philosophy that a home should exist in harmony with its surrounding landscape, this thoughtfully extended cottage is now ready for its next chapter, presenting a rare opportunity to own a genuine piece of Australian garden history with exciting scope for the future.
Embrace its eccentricities or add further space and value (STCA), with the potential to become your own peaceful retreat or a unique income-generating Airbnb.
The rich use of timber on the floors, ceilings and walls infuse the cottage with warmth, while picture windows and doors provide a portal to the gardens. The home is introduced by a lounge with a Ned Kelly wood heater, radiant when lit within the residence and stunning on the outside with its stone mason-crafted chimney. A loft, fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances, scullery/laundry, bathroom and sitting room all branch off the lounge, with a charming master suite, complete with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, privately set in its own wing.
Ducted heating and two split system air conditioners enhance comfort, while generous off-street parking ensures several cars are well accommodated.
Beyond the cottage, the connection between home and garden continues with winding paths leading to secluded sitting areas, mature plantings and an ancient bamboo grove, making it easy to forget you're only moments from the area’s vibrant activity centre.
Bus stops, strip shops, parks, trails, Mooroolbark shops and train station, kindergartens, Pembroke Primary School, Mooroolbark East Primary School and Billanook College are all within walking distance, while several more schools, major shopping centres and arterial roads are easily reached.
