23 Johnstone Street, Castlemaine VIC 3450

Located in a well-connected part of Castlemaine, this home blends timeless mid-century character with modern comfort and flexible living options. This beautifully maintained home showcases period details, ornate plasterwork, timber accents, and polished floorboards, while offering a layout that suits families, creatives, and multi-generational living.

The north-facing front living room is filled with natural light and features a gas heater inset in a period fireplace, a split system, and ducted heating and cooling for year-round comfort. The adjoining dining room includes an external entrance, and the central kitchen is equipped with a freestanding gas cooktop and oven, original cabinetry, and a second split system.

There are three spacious bedrooms, two with built-in robes, and a large family bathroom with a shower, bath, vanity, and a separate toilet. A sunroom or home office at the rear offers scope to expand the kitchen (STCA) and opens to a covered alfresco area, perfect for entertaining. The low-maintenance rear garden is private and peaceful, while the established front garden features mature plantings and a water tank.

Additional features include:

> Ducted heating and cooling throughout
> Laundry with a second separate toilet
> Private, self-contained studio ideal for guest accommodation, rental income, or a home office

The studio is a standout inclusion, set privately from the main residence. It features a kitchenette, a split system, a bathroom with a separate toilet, and a bedroom. It opens to a private garden anchored by a majestic peppercorn tree, with a shed for storage and space to relax or create.

Whether you are looking to live comfortably with room to grow, generate income, or explore future renovation potential (STCA), this property offers a solid foundation in a central Castlemaine location, close to schools, shops, and transport.