Veitch's of Mandurang - an historic home with a storied past dating back to the mid 1800s when James William Henry Veitch, a young English surgeon, set sail for Australian shores aboard the infamous ship 'Ticonderoga' seeking a better life. James Veitch met his soon-to-be wife Annie Morrison on the voyage and then settled at the property in Mandurang where they started their family. In 1867 the property become a General Store with horse-drawn carriages stopping at the large front windows to collect supplies. The property has since become a well-known residence with many families calling this place home in a community where people come to escape the hustle and bustle of urban living yet enjoy the conveniences of being only a 10 minute drive to the heart of the booming regional city of Bendigo. Whether employed locally, commuting to Melbourne or indulging a new-age lifestyle of 'work from home' this property will cater for all of your needs. Character-filled and with generous proportions, the main house is both appealing and functional - the type of home that belongs in a fabulous rural setting. Warm, cozy and 'feels like home' are words and phrases that come to mind. In all the main house has 3 generous bedrooms & 2 bathrooms including ensuite with oversized shower, spa bath and marble top vanity. The lounge with wood fire & external french doors is a great place to relax on a cold winters night. The light-filled open plan kitchen and family room is the heart of this home and is framed by feature French doors and casement windows which provide panoramic views over the pool and toward the creek that borders the rear of the property. The large kitchen provides ample cupboard & bench space and is fitted with stainless steel appliances for a convenient touch. Separate to the main house is the self-contained studio which offers 2 bedrooms, living area and full bathroom. Solid brick and with earthy color tones, this space will make an ideal retreat as home office, art studio or separate living area for visiting relatives. Perhaps a bed and breakfast is on the menu? Superbly located in Mandurang Valley, this outstanding property is an absolute delight and ready for its next chapter. MORE FEATURES: - 2.3 Megalitre stock & domestic water right & multiple rain water tanks - Fertile paddocks, ample space for a few head of livestock - Large swimming pool overlooked by elevated entertainers deck - Light-filled sunroom 10% deposit, 30-60 day settlement