Nestled in the heart of Dorrigo, Pearl Cottage is a stunning character home that beautifully encapsulates the charm of its C1910 heritage. With its red cedar weatherboard façade and original timber lining, this exquisite residence offers a glimpse into the past while embracing modern comforts. Step inside to be greeted by high ceilings, polished hoop pine, and mixed hardwood floorboards, radiating warmth and elegance whilst the original doors also carry whispers of history.
As you explore the home, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms, the master including reverse cycle air conditioning, and a serene ensuite plus a light-filled meditation space with its own private entry offering a tranquil retreat, the other featuring a delightful north-facing bay window, while a versatile third bedroom or office adds flexibility to your lifestyle. The quaint kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher and gas/electric stove, centres around an original brick fireplace that houses a gourmet wood heater/oven—perfect for culinary enthusiasts and cozy family gatherings.
The inviting living area, with its own wood heater and gas connection points as an additional option, ensures warmth and comfort year-round. The generous main bathroom boasts both a shower and a luxurious bath, while a concealed laundry nook enhances convenience. Outside you will find an original single remote garage, linked by an undercover walkway to the front verandah. Additional storage options include a woodshed, garden shed, and a substantial 6x6m Colorbond shed with an awning, providing ample space for hobbies and projects. New double Colorbond gates provide rear lane access, allowing room to park a caravan, boat, or similar, enhancing the property’s functionality.
Set on a private 1031m² block, this idyllic property features a shady yard in summer that transforms into a sunlit oasis in winter, creating a serene outdoor escape. It’s also home to a family of nesting tawny frogmouth owls, adding a touch of nature's magic to your surroundings. Located on a lovely quiet street, you are just two blocks walk from the main street, less than 250m to the Bielsdown River walk only a 1km walk to breathtaking Dangar Falls via the newly sealed walking track. The beautifully landscaped gardens are a sanctuary for nature lovers, boasting established fruit trees—pecans, apples, pears, plums, peaches, mandarins, and feijoas—along with netted raised garden beds. With town water and two water tanks (one 2,000L and the other 5,000L), you’ll have everything you need to cultivate your green thumb. Plus, the solar panels provide eco-friendly energy while feeding back to the grid, enhancing sustainability.
The spacious covered rear timber deck offers glimpses of the rolling hills beyond, creating the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining or simply unwinding in nature’s embrace. Dorrigo is renowned for its stunning landscapes, highland subtropical climate, elevation and world heritage national parks and is located just 30 minutes from Bellingen and an hour from the stunning Coffs Coast, Pearl Cottage harmoniously blends historical charm with modern convenience. Don’t miss the chance to experience the magic of 72 Hickory Street.
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