A charm-filled weatherboard cottage brimming with character and personality, this beautiful home pairs period detail with bold, bespoke styling to create something truly unique in the quiet country town of Coleraine.
Tastefully renovated throughout and furnished with exquisite attention to detail, every room has been carefully curated to deliver warmth, individuality and a sense of style rarely found in a country cottage. Established as a successful corporate rental with excellent returns to local professionals, and would be an ideal AirBNB accommodation, securing equal appeal as an investment or a charming home for those seeking a relaxed country lifestyle with an abundance of lifestyle focussed finishes.
From the moment you arrive, the crisp white weatherboard facade, classic window awnings and inviting front porch set the tone, framed by neat lawns and established low maintenance grounds. Step inside to the welcoming hallway with decorative cornices and picture rails, which leads to a striking living room dressed in dramatic black VJ panelling. A leafy outlook to the street completes this cosy yet sophisticated space, ideal for relaxing at the end of the day.
At the heart of the home sits a show-stopping kitchen and meals area, where a moody black palette meets practical country charm. A stainless-steel benchtop, wall-mounted tapware, freestanding electric oven with 4 burner cooktop and generous room for a family-sized dining table make this a wonderful space to cook, gather and share a meal.
Accommodation comprises three good sized bedrooms, each finished in soft, calming tones. A delightful separate study nook offers the perfect spot to work from home, write or simply enjoy a quiet moment.
Two beautifully renovated bathrooms continue the home's distinctive design aesthetic. The first offers a shower, classic pedestal basin, toilet and charming vintage-style windows, while the second features indulgent retreat showcasing an elegant freestanding bath, pedestal basin and lush floral drapery and convenient separate toilet.
A split system provides year-round comfort, complemented by ceiling fans throughout the home and a renovated laundry adds everyday convenience.
Outside, the vast grounds of this quarter-acre (1,012 sqm approx.) block provide a welcoming retreat and are an entertainers dream starting at the concrete courtyard nook enjoying shade from the established trees and opening up to the reset of the lush grounds.
Convenient side gate access leads to the real showpiece of the property: an incredible 17m x 7m shed. Designed in 2 zones you can chose the combination that suits your lifestyle best as you chose from an amazing entreating space that enjoys the exposed timber trusses and comes to life with some fun festoon lighting (a true entertainer's dream), it is equally suited to extra garaging, storage, an artist's studio or workshop.
Established trees frame a thoughtfully landscaped garden, complete with a circular firepit area, raised vegetable beds and plenty of space for children, pets or green-thumb ambitions.
Peace of mind comes as standard, with the home sitting on concrete stumps, weatherboards in excellent condition with most newly replaced, and re-wiring and re-plumbing completed as required. Professionally styled and furnished with love, the home also offers the option of being purchased fully furnished by negotiation, ready to move straight in or rent out.
Coleraine offers relaxed country living amid the picturesque rolling farmland of the Western District, with essential amenities, a welcoming community and easy access to Hamilton and its many quality education opportunities. It is an ideal setting for families, downsizers, those seeking a rural escape, or investors looking to secure a rental or short-stay opportunity.
A truly special offering where heritage charm meets bespoke design, this exceptional cottage delivers character, comfort, vast grounds and an entertaining shed that must be seen to be believed.
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