COATH COTTAGE (CIRCA 1860) - $170000

Description

This charming three bedroom home, with a convenient location amongst Ironbark, is perfectly suited towards the first home buyer looking to step onto theproperty ladder or a shrewd investor looking for a long term investment prospect. Within 'Coath' Cottage period features, retained and restored to their original charming appeal, can be discovered throughout. Timber panelling, sash windows, high ceilings, original doors, cellar, stable doors accessing the dining space, and fireplace mantles in bedrooms and the living room, and only help to enhance the appeal of this property. Built around 1860 (approx) with a mix of sandstone, mud brick and to be honest, whatever the local miners could find, this enchanting home benefits from extremely thick outer walls, a feature that can be seen from the placement of the windows. Whilst the kitchen is an ample size for a cottage; it was used in the past to feed all the local workers and features timber cabinetry and wooden bench tops, is adjacent to the formal living space and separate, triple aspect, dining/sunroom. The external space features rear access to the Garage and carport and adjoining room with own power; perfect for a teenage retreat or studio; paved entertaining spaces, and a private courtyard that is deliciously cool in summer due to the towering Peppercorn tree providing shade. With a location within walking distance to the Spotlight Shopping Complex, public transport and the Gold Mines Hotel, and enjoying the benefit of close proximity to the CBD, this attractive home has an abundance of appeal.