Located on Eaglehawk Road, halfway between the centre of Bendigo and Eaglehawk, is this attractive heritage cottage. With parking and access to the property via a quiet side street, the home is set back from the road and elevated offering a lovely vista across the city from the wide front verandah.

Built in 1871, the original period features are apparent the moment you step behind the picket fence, with a sweeping stone staircase leading up to the timber verandah edged with ornate iron lacework. Indoors, additional features such as timber flooring, corbels, picture railing and stained-glass windows add to the appeal. At the front of the home is an open plan kitchen, living and dining room. The lounge enjoys a Coonara wood fire heater under a timber mantle, and the timber kitchen offers a contemporary feel that sits perfectly with the heritage style.

Across the hallway is the master bedroom with built-in robes and, like the lounge, French doors that open out to the verandah. Across the hallway is the master bedroom with built-in robes and, like the lounge, French doors that open out to the verandah. Two further bedrooms can be found further down the hall, one with built-in robes and both with security doors leading to the outside. A character-filled bathroom features tessellated tiles and a rolltop, clawfoot bathtub. At the rear of the home is a large laundry, separate toilet and access to the rear garden.
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At the front of the house is a fully self-contained unit. With a large studio-style bedroom and living area, a small kitchenette and ensuite shower-room, this practical space would serve as an ideal granny flat, a stunning studio or a practical Airbnb.

To one side of the home, cleverly positioned via a sliding door from the kitchen, is a spacious alfresco area, ideal for outdoor living when the weather is fine. At the rear of the house is a patio and steps up to a lawn area and raised garden beds and established fruit trees are ready and waiting for a keen gardener. The front of the property features a beautiful cottage garden set over many levels leading down to the road, with meandering brick paved paths and a timber arbour offering great appeal.

Additional features include:

Ducted gas floor heating and ducted evaporative cooling throughout
Original heritage features throughout
Modern 900mm oven with five-burner gas cooktop in kitchen
Positioned on two titles
Fully self-contained unit separate to the main house
Double garage
Garden shed
Water tanks x 3
Cellar

Sitting in a practical location close to bus stops and all amenities, and a 5-minute drive from Bendigo Hospital and the CBD , this delightful character home offers attractive views, privacy, a beautiful garden and well-maintained character features inside and out. The flexible room configuration ensures it is ideal for a variety of buyers and the attractive presentation and period element makes this lovely property even more appealing.