This charming cottage is the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of the city, slow down and enjoy the tranquility of Blackwood. Set on 1618m2 on a no through road, sits the perfect true weekender. Arrive and kick off your shoes, pour yourself a drink and sit on the deck surrounded by native bushland. This property is designed to spend your weekends enjoying your favourite pastimes not doing home maintenance. Walks in the forest or by the Lerderderg river, reading or watching your favourite movie or simply sitting by the fire. The cottage which has had a recent refresh includes rustic pine lined timber ceilings, two good sized bedrooms, a central combined bathroom / laundry with shower and separate toilet. The living area features an Ultimate Cosy woodburning fire, slate hearth ceiling fan and carpet. Adjacent a newly renovated kitchen and dining area which includes an electric cooktop and oven, double sink, timber benches and plenty of storage including well placed open shelving and which opens via a set of sliding doors to the alfresco deck. The block is planted with a range of native and ornamental trees – blackwood, cypress pine, maple - providing beautiful canopy and vista. The garden includes a pretty gazebo with built-in BBQ and space for seating, and small tool shed. Fibre cement weatherboard construction means this little cottage will require little maintenance, giving you more time to simply relax and enjoy your weekend. Blackwood is nestled amongst the Wombat State Forest, an hour's drive to Melbourne via the National Highway and 15-minute drive to the V/Line service in neighbouring Ballan. The town has its own pub, general store, mineral springs and enjoys scenic walking trails through the forest.