Vibrant Locale, Charming Victorian

The gorgeous freestanding Victorian home has abundant period features, modern amenity, and charming appeal. Built c1880 at the height of the Bendigo boom era this home offers an idyllic lifestyle in this desirable central Bendigo location. <br/>The area is convenient, family-oriented and on the cusp of View Street. Most of Bendigo's highlights are within a 5 minute walk. <br/>The home is predominantly double brick, with brick internal walls which insulates sound. Externally it is surprisingly private and quiet, other than birdsong. <br/>This is a classic, inner-city home, complete with an interesting private garden. The eastern front verandah is perfect for enjoying the view of the treetops and the magnificent Sacred Heart Cathedral in the morning sun and summer evenings. <br/>Classic period features include: iron lace, leadlight windows, original windows, high ceilings and marble fireplaces, however the home is set up for contemporary living. <br/>The entrance hallway provides access to the front light filled bedrooms, with those spectacular views. There is a cosy living room with garden views through a double glazed door. A powerful and efficient "Cannon" log fire warms in winter and there is a split system. <br/>The dining area has an impressive Frank Lloyd Wright designed leaded glass skylight. The dining room flows into the updated quality kitchen with high end German Neff: electric oven, gas cooktop and integrated dishwasher. There is an additional bedroom, a lovely bathroom with a magnificent freestanding bath and a separate laundry. The property also includes CCTV. <br/>Outdoor entertainment is easy in the private rear garden, and there is potential for an inspired rear garden transformation. <br/>Beneath the front of the house there is a lockable bonus area which includes a room perfect for a home office or a multitude of uses. There is a concealed door to storage or a future wine cellar. There is further storage beneath the other bedroom. <br/>It is a quick walk to most of Bendigo's best attractions: The Capital and Ulumbarra theatres, Bendigo Art Gallery, recreational facilities: Rosalind Park, QEO, and Aquatic Centre. Walking distance, there is the choice of Bendigo's finest schools: Girton Grammar, Bendigo Senior Secondary, Camp Hill Primary and Catherine McAuley College. High Street/Calder Highway is at the bottom of the hill and there is very close access to the bus network.