Property Details
| Block Size | 1409 sqm |
| Shire Rates | $2,100 |
Description
Transform your life with this gem of a home perched at the heart of Mount Helena township. The 1930s home is a hidden treasure with soaring ceilings, jarrah floorboards across the plan, and large bedrooms. Perfectly poised for transformation, the property invites you to reimagine its timeless charm, creating a modern haven that celebrates its heritage while embracing contemporary living. This is more than a home – it’s a backdrop for a truly exceptional lifestyle in the heart of the Hills.
- 3 bedrooms 1 bathroom
- 1930s character cottage
- High ceilings bright rooms
- Deep wrap-around verandah
- Jarrah wainscoting & floors
- Slow comb fireplace R/C AC
- Sleepout and activity room
- Various outbuildings/sheds
- 1409 sqm south-facing lot
- An unpolished gem awaits
Surrounded by old-world gardens on a 1,409 sqm lot, this charming timber and iron cottage offers the perfect blend of authentic character and untapped potential. With its south-facing orientation, wide wrap-around verandah, and family-friendly layout, it is an ode to relaxed living and enduring charm. The property is ready to be transformed into a landmark family home.
Inside, exceptionally high ceilings, jarrah floorboards, wainscoting, and generous glazing create a warm and inviting atmosphere, combining heritage details with the promise of modern functionality. The open-plan kitchen and dining area, featuring a south-facing bay window, electric oven, and dishwasher, flows effortlessly onto a timber deck, where sweeping views over the garden and distant hills invite al fresco dining and moments of quiet contemplation.
The formal lounge, complete with a slow-combustion fireplace and direct access to the rear verandah, adds to the home’s flexibility. A central hallway leads to two spacious bedrooms – one with a ceiling fan and the other with a slow-combustion fireplace and private verandah access – a multi-purpose room and a sleepout, offering a blueprint for a home with space for the creativity and fluidity of family life. A shared family bathroom sits on one side of the formal entry. It features a corner tub with an overhead shower, a WC and a vanity. A second WC beside the external laundry could be recommissioned for use.
The gardens, with their cypress trees, palms, fruit trees, and passionfruit vines, whisper of a bygone era and await the attention of a green thumb to restore their magic. With ample room to reimagine outdoor spaces, the property offers endless potential to craft a haven for future generations.
For those who value authentic character and relish the opportunity to breathe new life into a home with history and soul, this property promises to captivate and inspire. Make it your own and create a home where memories are made and cherished.
To arrange an inspection of this property, call Jo Sheil – 0422 491 016.
