29 Terrys Avenue, Belgrave, Vic 3160
Sold: $640,000 (03-04-2013)- hotel 5
- hot_tub 3
- directions_car 0
DRASTICALLY REDUCED FROM $700,000+
'Devon' is a fine example of a character hills home in the Dandenong Ranges, steeped in tradition that dates back to the 1880's. The property stands on 2/3 acre approx, high on the hill with million dollar views of Port Philip Bay....where ships can be seen with the naked eye. This property is very private and secluded, although it is located just 250 mts from Belgrave village, Puffing Billy, 15 mins from Olinda & 10 mins from Sassafras, with numerous eateries, taverns cinema & private & public schools. The electric train takes 45 mins express to Mel CBD. Historically this property was the first sold in Belgrave on the 8th April 1879... you will find it in Helen Coulson's historical “Book of the Dandenongs” The home can be divided into 3 separate living areas (separately metered) with their own entrances. It has been lovingly restored retaining many victorian features such as numerous lead lights etc. The house incorporates 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, one with en-suite. Blackwood kitchen, spacious lounge/dining with cosy open fire, large Jarrah verandahs facing west for those incredible views and lovely sunsets. Gas central heating & air con upstairs and downstairs: 6 solar panels feed the grid & Solar hot water gas assisted, save the dollars! The gardens are a joy to meander through with giant tree ferns, large japanese maple, lilacs, rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, oaks etc. A beautiful colonial gazebo (with even better views) overlooks a rock fish pond/waterfall, within a large decked area, ideal for alfresco dining. Two period gates, with sitting lions atop of rock pillars, lead onto a sealed driveway, with spaces for 6 cars, & a victorian lamp post. There is a concealed insulated lockable workshop, also plenty of under house storage/workshop. A large glass house for the keen gardener, and 2 rain water tanks and elec pump 33,000lts. Historical properties like this, rarely come onto the market. Jayne's retreat Bed &Breakfast has been running successfully for the past 23 years, the owners are retiring, and the sale price represents the house and land only. The next chapter is ready to be written by you, with this now affordable opportunity, don't delay, call Grant or Aidan today.
www.jaynesretreat.com/
Inspect at the open or BY APPOINTMENT
Contact the agents Grant Skipsey 0418 528 102 or Aidan Skipsey 0417 369 888 for more information.
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