12 Douglas Crescent, Castlemaine VIC 3450

With a nod to its '60s heritage, this property has undergone a stunning transformation, resulting in an eco-friendly contemporary home. Located within walking distance of the retail and restaurants of Castlemaine, Winter's Flat Primary School with its Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden, and the train station, this is a "colour me happy home" that welcomes you with a warm embrace.

The sympathetic renovation and addition have resulted in a spacious floorplan featuring entry into a vast living with north light, open to the dining and kitchen. A new addition, the stylish kitchen with its blackbutt cabinetry, hints of colour with sleek orange handles, induction cooktop, a pyrotechnic oven, a Smeg dishwasher and an island bench with sink leads to a north-facing deck and adjoining sitting room overlooking the garden. Two bedrooms are located at the front of the house, with the main bedroom with built-in robes and an ensuite in the new addition. A study and a central bathroom with laundry include a shower over bath, blackbutt cabinetry, a double farm-house style basin and a pretty blush mudroom with stairs leading to the garden complete the floorplan.

Improvements include double-glazed windows, a 5.2kw solar system, underfloor insulation, an electric heat pump hot water system, ceiling fans, a split system, and three 2000-litre water tanks that provide water for the toilets and garden. Period details include polished floorboards, large picture windows, an original fireplace and ceiling details.

Externally the low-maintenance garden overlooks Campbells Creek and includes a chicken pen, established trees and a mixture of native and ornamental planting. Without losing any charm, this home provides eco-living with a 1960's feel.