'Portsea'- Prepare to fall in love with this character filled cottage set on approx. 2944m2 of magnificent gardens right on the edge of town. Sighted to capture lovely views over the rural setting in this exclusive peaceful location, it is difficult to believe that the centre of town is only a 5 minute walk away. The sundrenched front verandah is just the spot for morning coffee and opens into the delightful entrance foyer. Period features such as polished flooring, high ceilings, fretwork and picture rails create the charm of a bygone era whilst the open interior caters for a modern lifestyle. Generous formal living / dining room with box bay window and wood heater. Central modern kitchen with island bench / servery to meals area (RC/AC) and doors out to a covered entertaining deck. Two large fitted bedrooms plus study/studio space , ideal for working from home. Huge central bathroom with statement claw foot bath, upsized shower recess and heritage style vanity. Expansive fitted laundry / utility room with second w.c. Rambling cottage gardens with a fringe of native trees attracting local birds and wildlife, even visiting koalas - see if you can spot one in the photos! There is a sheltered courtyard with veggie beds, and an open grassy area with extensive orchard, garden shed, carport and guest parking area. If you are looking for a country setting with walk to town convenience, this is a must see.