The snapshot:
Set on 934sqm, this inviting home features open-plan living, three generous bedrooms and a covered alfresco area flowing to a large, fully fenced yard. A substantial Colorbond shed with a workshop adds rare versatility for trades or hobbyists. With renovation and future development potential (STCA), it's an ideal opportunity for first-home buyers, investors and growing families.
The location:
Allendale East is a peaceful rural township celebrated for its friendly community, open landscapes and easy access to the Limestone Coast's natural wonders. With local schools, a well-loved general store and beautiful coastal attractions just minutes away, the area offers alifestyle that feels both relaxed and incredibly convenient. Whether you're exploring nearby beaches, enjoying the rich agricultural surroundings or commuting into Mount Gambier, Allendale East strikes the ideal balance between country quiet and modern liveability.
Allendale East Area School - 1 min (400m)
Port MacDonnell - 5 min (5.5km)
Mount Gambier CBD - 18 min (22km)
The home:
Set on an impressive 934sqm allotment in the heart of Allendale East, 3 Burney Street offers a rare opportunity to secure a charming country cottage with outstanding potential.
Set behind traditional timber post-and-rail fencing and lush established gardens, the home sits proudly with a deep front veranda creating the perfect spot for morning coffee, weekend unwinding or simply watching the quiet rhythm of village life unfold.
This is a property that instantly feels warm, welcoming and full of possibility, ideal for first-home buyers, investors or anyone ready to craft their dream home in a peaceful coastal/rural setting.
Inside, the large open-plan kitchen, dining and living area forms the relaxed heart of the home.
Terracotta feature tiles and generous picture windows bring in abundant natural light, while split-system heating and cooling and a pellet heater create effortless comfort across the seasons.
This is a space growing families will adore, with plenty of room for game nights, watching movies and hosting guests.
The practical U-shaped kitchen features laminate benchtops, timber-look cabinetry, a wall oven, electric cooktop and plentiful storage, offering a solid base to enhance, modernise or reimagine the space over time.
Three well-sized bedrooms, each carpeted and light-filled, provide serene spaces to unwind, while the main bathroom includes a large corner shower and sleek vanity.
Everyday function is well covered, with a spacious laundry, separate toilet and hallway linen press.
Sliding doors connect the dining area to an all-weather covered deck, which creates an inviting alfresco zone made for long lunches, family gatherings or evenings spent overlooking the expansive backyard.
Here, the lifestyle potential truly unfolds: a fully fenced yard, raised vegetable beds, chicken coop, water tanks, and abundant hardstand area for trailers, boats, caravans or other machinery awaits.
Trades and hobbyists will be particularly drawn to the huge Colorbond shed, complete with two roller-door bays plus a dedicated workshop space. This is a standout asset for those trades working from home or needing substantial storage.
With its wide side driveway, generous land size and ample room to extend, renovate or build new in the future (STCA), this property offers long-term opportunity in a location celebrated for its peace, space and coastal proximity.
The property is just a short walk from the popular local general store and school, while remaining a short drive from Port MacDonnell and an easy 18-minute commute to Mount Gambier.
This is a home that delivers lifestyle, flexibility and exceptional value in one of the region's most community-minded townships.
Additional Property Information:
Age/ Built: 1998
Land Size: 934sqm
Council Rates: Approx $416 per quarter
Rental Appraisal: A rental appraisal has been conducted of approximately $380 - $410 per week.
RLA 291953
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