17 View Street, Castlemaine VIC 3450

Set on the high western ridge of View Street overlooking Castlemaine is this remarkable 3 bedroom period home. Owned for nearly 50 years by the same family says something of the neighbourhood and livability of the property. The attractive timber residence enjoys a double gable roofline, high ceilings, double hung timber windows, quaint shingle clad window canopy, generous side , front and back yards, dog proof fencing, rear studio or bungalow all on a generous 743m2. The spacious lounge with 10' ceilings has heating and cooling plus immediate access to the open planned kitchen and dining area. There is gas heating, wide gas cooker, pantry, with ample bench space and storage plus a large picture garden window to take in the day. There are three good sized bedrooms, a central bathroom plus a laundry at the rear which leads out to a 3m wide verandah with stone paving right across the rear of the residence. This is a superb outside meals venue with views of the backyards wisteria and garden beds. Enjoy just a 5 minute walk to the rail station and a couple more to the shops. This is a must inspect for the commuters, busy life-stylers and walk to towners.