147 High Street, WoodendVIC3442

This charming early Woodend cottage is being offered for sale for the first time in over 120 years. Set on a generous corner block of approximately 1,149sqm, the property provides plenty of potential to enhance and personalize. Surrounded by a stunning cypress hedge and a mature garden, the cottage has been beautifully maintained and exudes character.

The inviting interior features a spacious entrance with high ceilings, leading to a cosy sitting room with a split system and gas log fire—a perfect spot for winter relaxation. The kitchen, with its original mantle, hearth, gas log fire, and split system, has been the scene of many cherished family moments. There are three comfortable bedrooms, a bathroom, laundry, and a charming sunroom.

The home retains many original features, including Baltic-lined ceilings, dado panelling, wainscotting, sash windows, and stained-glass windows. With new carpet and fresh paint, the interior is both classic and contemporary. French doors from the kitchen open onto a private balcony, ideal for a morning coffee, while the back verandah offers a peaceful setting for a relaxed lunch or BBQ, overlooking the shaded garden.

The expansive backyard provides ample space for family activities, including room for a veggie garden, chickens, or a game of footy. There is also useful shedding for storage. The property is ideally located within walking distance of all that Woodend has to offer, including the Woodend Golf Course, Gilbert Gordon Football Oval, primary school, and a nearby secondary school bus stop.

This property presents a unique opportunity to own a piece of Woodend’s history, in a sought-after location.