Charming “Bartlett Cottage”

Create a calm and enviable lifestyle in this stunning natural setting surrounded by big gums and diverse bird life. This delightfully authentic cottage set amidst a grassy landscape is just moments from Mylor community shops and cafe along a peaceful, scenic country road.<br/><br/>Built by 19th century settlers, the quaint cottage was expanded with early 20th century additions.<br/><br/>Much consideration has been given to the cottage renovations. Every surface has been renewed or brought back to life. Old is cleverly paired with new, in the form of sensitive additions including a huge character Falcon Elan cooker. Bespoke workmanship is featured throughout the cottage and stands out in the solid Oregon fixed cabinets, white-washed and timber floors, lovingly finished windows and quaint angled ceilings. The bathroom and laundry are also thoughtfully renovated in appealing natural finishes with quality fixtures in keeping with the atmosphere of the home. Throughout the cottage the traditionally styled electrical fittings have been rewired. <br/><br/>In addition to the two bedrooms, is an attached storeroom/workshop which has potential to transform into a study. <br/><br/>Split air-conditioning warms or cools with instant efficiency, and the decorative Metters stove could potentially be used.<br/><br/>Beyond the walls of the cosy cottage, lawns surround the front verandah visited by wrens, and where glimpses of Silver Lake can be seen between the trees.<br/><br/>There are fruit trees, garden shed, clean modern shed with slab, ample rainwater tanks, plus plenty of space for a vegetable patch, fire pit, or whatever your ideal hills lifestyle desires.<br/><br/>With a rich history, this pretty cottage on the picturesque edge of Silver Lake, accompanied by bird life, frog-song and local fauna, will capture your heart.<br/><br/>Featuring:<br/><br/>Unbeatable location<br/>1,062sqm. of sustainable living potential<br/>Extra storeroom under roof<br/>Antenna high definition<br/>Kitchen: Oregon cupboards<br/>Bathroom: custom vanity recycled Oregon <br/>Split system air-conditioning<br/>New electrical wiring<br/>Stratco shed 3m x 5m<br/>Garden store<br/>Rainwater tanks: <br/>1 x 18,000L Denver cone top tank<br/>2 x 15,000L tanks<br/>Leaf guards over gutters<br/>Fruit trees<br/>Access from side and rear of property<br/>Moments to Mylor township<br/>Easy drive to freeway<br/><br/>CT: 5718 / 976<br/>Age: 1940 (approx.)<br/>Land: 1,062sqm<br/>Rates: $353 p/qtr<br/>