Rarely do opportunities present themselves with a freehold shop and 2 bedroom dwelling being offered for sale in the heart of Maldon. This solid brick double fronted shop and residence sits behind its pretty heritage red façade with wide verandah over the footpath. Steeped in history this historic freehold investment is built on land first owned by J.C. Hawkey in 1854 and built by local entrepreneur the Hornsby's in 1900. The inviting character filled retail shop of approx. 65sqm is split level with 4 rooms, joined by 2 arched brick walls, there are 2 working fire places, stunning Baltic flooring, air conditioning and large street windows. The rear room of the shop has a gorgeous farm house sink and natural light from the carriageway. There is rear access through the foyer/ sunroom with entry and access to the super quaint terraced rear slated courtyard garden with outside toilet, and storage space. The iron spiral staircase set in the rear foyer leads to the currently leased 2 bedroom apartment which sits above the shop. The apartment oozes character, comprising of central lounge with 2nd bedroom with robe coming off this. Stepping up from the lounge you will find the surprisingly large main bedroom with cute window, the rustic kitchen has Baltic flooring, and long bench with sink, overhead cupboards and electric cooking with views over the centre of Maldon. The bathroom is generous with shower over the bath, vanity and high windows with views to Mount Tarrangower. The toilet and laundry complete the package with superb views over Main and High Street. Access for the apartment is from the carriageway. With such a versatile floor plan the options are immense, whether it be for investment, part occupy, restoration or the appeal of being able to live and work from the one building. **Please note the upstairs apartment is currently in lease until 18th December 2021. **No car-parking in available on site.