Beyond the picturesque façade of this double-fronted, freestanding cottage is a spacious two-level layout home of light and privacy which blends character with contemporary style. An original Abbotsford cottage from circa 1889 year, offering a northerly aspect with water glimpses from the upper level, timber-lined interiors and seamless flow to a sundrenched, landscaped outdoor entertaining area and north/west-facing garden. This presents a rare opportunity for builders, developers and home owners to take advantage and capitalise on this rare find and develop or build your dream home or duplex in a blue-ribbon location (STCA). It is located in a quiet street only a brief stroll from local shops, restaurants/cafes, schools, waterfront parklands and Abbotsford Ferry Wharf. - Northerly aspect with water glimpses from the upper level. - Spacious formal lounge opening to wrap around verandah, modern kitchen, dining room with pot belly stove and bay window. - Three double bedrooms, large upper-level fourth bedroom or additional living area with sundeck. - Skylit period-style bathroom with claw-foot bath, laundry, separate water closet - Polished timber floors, gas heating bayonets, expansive covered deck entertaining area - Tandem carport, storage shed, expansive garden with large, level lawn.