10 Barkly Street, Bendigo VIC 3550

Two-level Victorian home stretched over a generous lot approx.814m² in one of Bendigo's premier streets and cherished by the current owners for over 30 years has been extensively extended and restored.
Attention to detail was at the forefront of the restoration with careful thought to keeping the character of the residence while creating a home befitting today's family lifestyle.
Embraced by private established gardens, the elevated, lace-trimmed return verandah captures views of the Sacred Heart Cathedral spire. Beyond the picturesque façade, a reception hall with a decorative arch leads to the formal rooms.
The front rooms make a statement of their own - the grand lounge/dining room boasts a timber overmantle over the fireplace with gas-log fire insert, a servery window to the kitchen & external access to the side garden.
The study/5th bedroom with OFP/timber mantle & reverse cycle a/c offers a quiet home office space or a lovely guest room, while the main bedroom features built-in robes on either side of an ornate OFP.
Another large bedroom (BIR/OFP & pressed metal ceiling) sits beside the restored bathroom featuring custom-made timber cabinetry, bath & shower.
Timber stairs lead to the lower level where the perfect childrens' area awaits with twin bedrooms featuring French windows separated by a living room & external access – ideal for teens/home office/business STCA.
Back upstairs, the kitchen boasts an array of custom timber cabinetry, gas/electric cooking appliances & a dishwasher. The adjoining meals area & family/sunroom with bay window enjoy the comforts of solid fuel heating & split system a/c. A second bathroom, WC & laundry bring up the rear of the home.
Fastidiously restored heritage features include polished timber floors, high decorative ceilings/cornice, leadlight features and double-hung windows.
Other notable features are ducted gas heating, good storage, a dry cellar, external WC., back to base security system, 1.5Kw solar power, rear access from Stout Street to the double length carport & garage/workshop.
Auto-irrigated private gardens include a serene rear courtyard with a cascading water feature & specimen trees, creating the perfect summer outdoor living/entertaining space.
What a home! What a location! It's the perfect family domain for buyers seeking a city-fringe lifestyle close to the Hospital & Arts Precincts, private & public schools, a plethora of sporting facilities, shopping, theatres, restaurants & cafes.