Queenscliff 17 Learmonth Street

Why is Queenscliff such a popular choice for purchasers who desire the laid back coastal lifestyle? What makes it more desirable than other locations? It's history of course! This thriving fishing village, established in an era that valued craftsmanship and quality, is unique in its offering of well-preserved homes that provide so much more than a mere glimpse into the past. When lovingly maintained (as this home has been), and sympathetically altered to meet the demands of modern living (it has this too!), the history embedded in long standing walls is allowed to reveal itself in ways that speak volumes about the romanticism of those times gone by.

Stepping up to the front door, you can only imagine how many feet have passed over the threshold into this elegant example of 1930s Bungalow before you. How many leather shoes have trodden the floorboards, how many stories the paneled walls have to tell? In each of the three traditionally large bedrooms, dreams of all shapes and sizes must have been dreamt, and what of the evening conversations in front of the charming deco fireplace in the sitting room?

With changing times comes changing needs, though the incorporation of these into this home is nothing short of genius. Were it not for the different timber texture in the flooring, it would be very difficult to determine where the original, and the newer portions of the home meet. Both the ensuite and family bathrooms address the decor of the era with features such as the claw foot tub, however, they also incorporate more contemporary design elements in the form of a walk in shower and top mounted vanity basins.

The enormous open plan living area at the rear of the home has been finished with raked white washed timber ceilings and antique French light fittings but also boasts a modern kitchen with top of the range, stainless steel cooking appliances and views to both the rear garden and sunny, decked alfresco.

Filled with an array of heritage fruit trees, and raised beds ideal for vegetables, the garden is entirely reminiscent of what may have been here almost 100 years ago. You could be forgiven for believing you had literally stepped back in time. Perhaps the only thing that truly gives this property away as having been modernised is the almost fully self-contained apartment at the bottom of the yard. Enjoying private access from the lane beside a secure, off street carport, the weatherboard 'cottage' is ideal for extended family or to derive an income via holiday rental. With bookings months in advance, the lounge area on the ground floor is huge and mirrored by the attic style bedroom above it. A spacious utility room and bathroom make it perfect for B&B guests with the renowned cafe's and restaurants of Hesse Street literally a few metres away.

There is much to love about this property, with plenty of unmentioned features yet to discover upon inspection, but one thing is certain, you will be hard pressed to find a better located, better example of Queenscliff's history than right here at 17 Learmonth Street.

Large family home Packed with original features Secure off-street parking Separate, established B&B accommodation Short walk to beaches & shops Friendly Village lifestyle

Terms: 10% deposit, balance 30/60/90 days

Land: 590 sq m approx.