21 Thurgoods Lane North, Barrys Reef, Vic 3458

Barrys Reef is renowned for its Gold Rush history and stunning natural environment. This property is in a beautiful location with large open spaces, a charming creek and forest views. A rare opportunity has now arisen for buyers, with the chance to purchase approximately 2.29 acres of land on two titles with two delightful dwellings. Cottage 1 has two bedrooms, a bathroom, plus open plan living, dining and kitchen. Restumped, north facing, insulated (including under floor) plus original floorboards. Gas hot water and gas five burner stove with electric oven. Wood combustion heater and open fire. On and off grid with a hybrid off-grid solar system, and a separate septic system to each dwelling.

Cottage 2 “The Hide Out” is a popular, top-rated AirBnb. It has been renovated more recently with a new roof, repainted, insulated and carpeted throughout. Wood combustion heater, two bedrooms, bathroom and open plan living and dining. Lovely veranda to sit and enjoy the wildlife including, parrots, kangaroos and wombats.
Land is mainly cleared with lovely lawn areas and awesome outdoor areas to both houses with BBQ settings perfect for entertaining!
Great walks in the area, or just enjoy the serenity and wildlife by the majestic Wombat State Forest.
This property provides buyers with great investment options – permanent home for one or two families, weekender escape with space for the kids to explore, plus a short or long-term rental opportunity for either or both properties.
Also each property has separate entrances to make for easy access.
Make the move, breathe the fresh air and leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind. Barrys Reef is minutes away from Blackwood where you can enjoy the local Post Office Cafe, Blackwood Pub and Martin Street Coffee or the mineral springs and walk to the Lerderderg River. Just down the road, you will find all the amenities of Trentham with its amazing array of dining options - Red Beard Bakery, Annie Smithers’ Du Fermier, Cosmopolitan Hotel and Trentham General, Erics, Vic Market Café, Mr Peacocks and the soon to open Hotel Trentham, the monthly Farmers’ Market and vibrant array of shops and galleries. Beautiful Daylesford, Woodend and Kyneton all within easy reach.
At the height of the Victorian gold rush, Barrys Reef was home to no less than six hotels and hundreds of thirsty prospectors hoping to strike it rich. It is now a quaint little village. You might even strike gold.

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