Just 5 km from Castlemaine centre, 1.7 km from the local Primary School and even closer to acres of State Forest bushlands, this special property fronts a quiet Sealed Road, and has over 3 acres of treed grounds that is level and a haven for local birdlife. The 1800s Timber cottage features much charm and space and comprises a traditional front verandah entry, central hallway, front sitting/bedroom with open fireplace, a further 3 bedrooms and a study. There is a central modern-farmhouse kitchen, and a very large open plan lounge-dining with painted living board ceilings and large windows that open out to a matching oversize covered-decked entertaining area. There is a modern period style bathroom with shower, claw foot bath and separate toilet, plus a large laundry with storage. The gardens and grounds feature a dam, double carport and a garage-workshop, an above-ground pool, and leafy country gardens with many local planting and eucalypts. Enjoy country living in town without the long drive!