1936 Renovated Character Cottage with Bonus Detached Shop on a Self-Sufficient Allotment

Pretty as a picture behind a quintessential white picket fence and a grand century old liquid amber, this little head turner has been privy to a labour of love which has transpired the weatherboard home into a unique self-sufficient sanctuary. A 1936 cottage offering the riches of renovated character and access on foot to the very best of the cosmopolitan outer East, framed by edible gardens lovingly designed and created by a certified permaculturist. A mini urban farm where every inch of this 446m2 block has been used to create a self-sustained oasis complete with solar energy, rainwater tank, a chicken coop, compost bays and fruit trees. There is no need to attend the markets – you will never be short of a harvest to graze on or gaze upon!<br/><br/>The true bonus however is the detached shop on the same title, which as an owner occupier you may use for a café, cooking classes or other culinary/creative enterprise. Currently home to Elsa and Gray (a thriving café/florist) for the past 6 years, it has become a community hub with an established customer base - the hard work has been done for you. This charm-laden building was thought to be the original Blacksmiths back in the day and comes complete with a Class 2 Food Business permit, kitchen with stone and stainless steel benches, stunning reclaimed timber front door, concrete floor and exposed brick. Rent out the home and the shop for an attractive income earner or commence your life’s dream of a family-run business.<br/><br/>Back to the cottage where a romantic vintage front door awaits an original two-bedroom footprint that feels surprisingly spacious thanks to the charms of lofty ceilings, spacious rooms, ample natural light and beautiful Victorian Ash timber floors throughout. <br/><br/>An enchanting lounge is cosied up by a hearty Coonara wood fire and a character mantel – a dreamy space for your downtime.<br/><br/>The updated kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, loads of storage and vintage windows adding a splash of character. The bathroom and laundry too have fresh modern appeal balanced harmoniously with yesteryear allure.<br/><br/>On those sunny 'windows open' kind of days; throw open the doors from the meals zone to enjoy fresh foothills breezes and reveal a sun-dappled deck - a haven to enjoy your morning coffee and/or entertain friends of an evening with the wood fire pizza oven or Argentinian barbeque. There is also a rear covered deck you can enjoy year-round when you’re not pottering in the gardens or enjoying local attractions.<br/><br/>The property also has a remote single garage at the rear providing great security and the perfect place to secure bikes, kayaks, and camping gear.<br/><br/>Leave the car at home and walk to the station, the cinema, supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants and parklands. And the convenience of not just walking your kids to primary school but “waving” them off from the front gate makes everyone's morning routine more pleasurable with the K-12 just across the street.<br/><br/>There simply is nothing else like this offering on the market in the outer east: a beautifully preserved character cottage with year-round edible surrounds, plus a detached shop so close to amenities.<br/><br/>More to Love:<br/>●Original ceiling roses, ceiling cornices, sash windows, picture rails and leadlight accents throughout.<br/>●Brand new 100% wool carpet in the bedrooms.<br/>●Reclaimed/recycled elements throughout.<br/>●Split system air-conditioning (house and shop) and ducted heating (house).<br/>●4mx4m loft storage accessed by a retractable ladder in the hallway.<br/>●Shop has a Class 2 kitchen permit and on street seating permit for 3 tables and 9 chairs.<br/>●Toilet at the rear of the shop.<br/>●Inside the shop can seat 19 people.<br/>●Three phase power in the shop and dual phase in the house.<br/>●Irrigated garden watering system.<br/>●Mains and rainwater tank with tri water filtration system for the house.<br/>●Compost and 4.18 kw solar panels. <br/>●Common driveway with off-street parking that leads to a single remote garage.<br/>●The 16 fruit trees comprise apple, pear, guava, nectarine, apricot, peach, passionfruit, fig and many more.<br/><br/>Please note: All property details shown are correct at time of publishing. Some properties may have been sold in the preceding 24 hours and we recommend that you confirm open for inspection times with the listing agent direct or the listing office. <br/><br/>