The Maldon home of Kevin and Janetta, stars of Channel 9's Travel Guides, The Brambles is a stunning historic property - perfect for country living, boutique accommodation business or celebrity hideaway. Built in 1856 as the manager's residence and assayer's office to the South German mine, the home has been sympathetically renovated and extended to create a contemporary house within the historical walls of this unique building. Entering the parlour, you're greeted by polished Baltic pine floors, an original open fireplace and imported Morris wallpaper circa 1900. A comfortable bedroom sits to one side and was once the assayer's office. A secret entrance conceals the master suite, which is generously proportioned with ensuite and double doors to a private courtyard. The re-imagined kitchen blends seamlessly with the original cottage. It features timber bench-tops and antique white cabinetry with brass handles, gabled ceiling, panelled wall and servery which give the kitchen a traditional character while still being equipped with modern conveniences such as induction cooking, wall oven and dishwasher. There is an inviting loft retreat for guests that boasts a private bathroom with ornate bath, copper piped shower and pane glass windows, and its own balcony overlooking the landscaped gardens. The generous landscaped gardens are full of surprises nestled beneath well-established trees with various zones to enjoy and entertain, including by the deck and pool. For handy buyers, there's a plumbed garden tool shed with a concealed door revealing an office/studio. A second garden shed converts to a servery for outdoor entertainment Surrounded by Crown Land, this unique and character filled home offers a peaceful place to escape the city and enjoy the quiet pleasures of rural community life. The home is just a short, but very interesting, walk to the Maldon township through the town's historic gold rush diggings. Just minutes from Lake Cairn Curran and Mount Tarrangower, the block is ideally positioned as a permanent residence or weekender to visit the area's famous wineries, galleries, bush trails and gold-rush architecture of Australia's first notable town. On top of all of that, this country retreat is located only 25 minutes' drive from the major regional hub of Bendigo.