51 Fraser Street, Clunes VIC 3370

Beautifully restored and brimming with character and historic charms, 'Persimmon' c1860 is an enchanting haven of contemporary and authentic style, complete with an adjoining shopfront right in the heart of Clunes.

Originally constructed and used by an Iron Merchant as a general store for agriculture and leather goods, the shop now offers a perfect opportunity to revel in the investment potential, with street-front access to the celebrated main shopping strip.

The rear residence was initially erected a little later in the late 1860s and now flaunts a beautifully sympathetic renovation offering contemporary delights for those seeking a tranquil escape. With original Baltic pine floors and an intelligently updated floor plan, the home welcomes a stone kitchen with quality appliances, an intelligent dining nook by the window and a cosy lounge with the ambience of a wood combustion heater.

High ceilings continue into the king-sized central bedroom and the delectable bathroom, complete with a lavish claw foot bath, walk-in shower and leafy outlooks to the private courtyard.

Petite but perfect, the sophisticated design fits perfectly here, offering a refuge of low-maintenance plantings in the private courtyard, with automatic gates offering ROW access for vehicles from Purcell Street.

Simply stroll onto the main street and peruse the charming shops, trendy cafes and fantastic restaurants, and immerse yourself in the rare history and ambience of this storybook town, which is rapidly becoming the next regional "hot spot".