48 SIDELING TRACK, Wandiligong VIC 3744

Set in picturesque gardens, this property represents a home of three ages perched on a beautiful hillside with magnificent views down the Wandiligong valley. The house was designed to incorporate an existing cottage from the 1880s and has managed to retain the old character. The new construction is comprised of a two storey residence with two upstairs bathrooms and four bedrooms. Downstairs there is a large kitchen/living space and a separate library. A spacious hallway is highlighted by a hand-crafted staircase. The older part of the house has open fireplaces in a bright living space and in a snuggery. There is yet another bedroom and the original kitchen has a modern wood burning heater.
The third age can be found in the external shedding. The original settlers hut is still wonderfully preserved from the 1860s. With split slab walls and floors internally lined with flattened kerosene tins, this piece of history is undoubtedly one of the oldest constructions in the area. The 1.5 acres of freehold are augmented with a 40 acre grazing lease which includes gravity fed spring water from Sawpit Gully. In one fenced paddock lies the Home for Dinner mine and the area abounds with evidence of the region’s rich mining history. The property has many established trees including a number of producing chestnuts and old English elms. Nestled at the foot of the elms lies some more magic, with steps leading down into a cool, dark cellar.
A 40 acre grazing licence adjoins the property and is included in the sale.

This is only the second occasion that this property has come on to the market in 150 years and it is priced to sell at $480,000. Discerning buyers can make an inspection by appointment.