131 High Street, Woodend, Vic 3442

There’s a sense of old-fashioned charm about this well-known house in the centre of town. Its classic bungalow exterior gives a hint of the period treasures that have been retained within.

Constructed by a local builder and long-term resident of Woodend, it has seen a lot of changes in the town, and with a bit of TLC, it could become a stunning showpiece.

A large entrance hall characteristic of the period has glazed entry doors and rich, timber wainscoting that extends into the lounge room. Here, a corner wood fire sits in a tapestry brick fireplace. In the second living area, a door gives access to the rear undercover deck. Mains gas ducted heating has been installed.

The kitchen has an old Rayburn wood stove, with hot water sleeve, in an inglenook with mantel. There is an additional freestanding cooker, and an external access door.

Other heritage features include picture rails, decorative cornice and strapped ceilings.

There are three bedrooms along the north side of the house, and a study that with some attention could function as a fourth bedroom.

There is ample storage within the house.

The garden measures a big 1012m2, just over a quarter of an acre, and is mature and leafy, with large areas of sunny lawn. Plantings include roses, rhododendrons, camellias and productive fruit trees. A privet hedge runs along the front fence. There is a timber garden shed with outdoor loo and a second shed that extends across the rear boundary.

The location of this property is unsurpassed. In a strip of other notable historic homes, it is opposite the primary school and very close to walking trails, Five Mile Creek, the library and sporting facilities.

Approx 650 metres from the centre of town, everything is within a short stroll.

Woodend’s abundance of beautiful historic properties is well known, and with the right owners, this well-loved house will take its place among them.