220 Main Road, Chewton VIC 3451

One of Chewton's original homes, this classic Goldrush-era stone and brick house on a 1223m2 (0.3acre) block, has been cleverly restored to its former glory and renovated for modern living. Step into the house through the back door and the flagstone floor reveals its heritage past, as do the high timber ceilings, thick stone walls, and original Baltic pine floorboards. The simple country kitchen, with new appliances, has a door to outside, and the dining room is bathed in light with doors to the courtyard complete with arbour. The cosy living rooms in the centre of the house have a gas fire, polished boards and original timber ceiling. Modern bathroom, separate toilet and 'dressing room', whitewashed interior walls, new timber windows throughout and a new roof completes the package for a very impressive home in the village of Chewton - there's even a cellar! Outside is a bagged-brick studio which includes the laundry, with power, water, AC, which could double up as a third bedroom. The gardens have several hidden corners, with flower beds, shade trees and lawn, and are well fenced, and access is from Shields and Archbold Streets including off street parking and potential for a subdivision (STCA). Connected to all town services and walking distance to the pub, primary school, pool, shop, post office, and close to Castlemaine and the Calder Freeway: properties like this are a rare find.