Charming Milton Settler's Cottage

A remarkable piece of history, lovingly restored and updated for modern living. This enchanting 4-bedroom cottage exudes timeless charm with its high ceilings and historical character. Situated within walking distance of an array of boutiques, cafes, and restaurants, this home is a rare find in the heart of Milton.<br/><br/>Meticulous care and craftsmanship have gone into every detail of this restoration. Inside, you'll discover timber flooring meticulously sourced and milled to match the existing Oregon flooring, pressed metal walls and ceilings, a new country style kitchen, and a bathroom fitted with a clawfoot bath and Perrin & Rowe English tapware. The home features reclaimed timber sash windows that add to the authenticity of this charming historical cottage. Every original heritage item has been carefully and conscientiously preserved. An original double sided open fireplace is built from Milton sandstock bricks and wood panelling on the walls are characteristic of the era.<br/><br/>Step outside into the courtyard constructed from Eden ironbark, complete with a wood-fired brick oven, crafted by a third-generation local artisan. The entire cottage has been re-peered and stumped with hot-dip galvanized posts, skilfully completed by one of Milton's established builders. The property has also been completely rewired and with new plumbing throughout, as well as a whole-house water filtration system. <br/><br/>What truly sets this property apart is the owner's commitment to preservation and heritage. With a lifetime of experience in the construction industry, they purchased and restored this home with the intention of not selling it. The result is a home that exudes a passion for heritage and history.<br/><br/>Sitting on a huge double block with a clear, unencumbered right to subdivide and create an additional lot (subject to council approval), this property offers an exceptional opportunity. It has been used as a seasonal family holiday home since its restoration and has never been rented to others. Don't mistake it for a shack or a property requiring attention; it has been restored and rebuilt to the highest building standards.<br/><br/>As an example of the restoration care and detail, each existing external hardwood lining board was carefully removed, labelled, and re-fitted with hot-dipped galvanised nails. This preservation-focused approach ensures that even the heads of the existing hand-forged iron nails can still be seen in the original ironbark weatherboards.<br/><br/>This early settler's cottage is a true testament to the beauty of historical preservation and modern living harmoniously coexisting. Sit on the front porch and ponder the life of a bygone era, own a piece of Milton's history.<br/>