5 Perkins Street, Herberton, Qld 4887

Nestled in the hills on the Atherton Tablelands the historic township of Herberton is one of the oldest settlements in the area. Originally established for mining in the tin industry the town is now a key attraction for tourism with several museums and a charming main street which has retained its vintage over the years.

Life in Herberton is perfect for those wanting a tree change form the larger towns and cities or simply for those seeking some peace and quiet. The town itself has everything you need including supermarket, post office, schools, cafes and hardware store. Atherton is just 15 minutes' drive away and Cairns is an hour and a half.

The home itself is very private despite being just a short walk to the main street - large hedges give you privacy from the road and established trees offer shelter and shade in the garden. The property is one of the oldest Queenslanders in Herberton and is now a beautiful home full of character. Welcoming you through the front door are polished timber floors and high ceilings, over 40 different types of timber were used in its original construction.

Modern kitchen has everything you need and is situated well in the open style living area making socializing and entertaining simple. The living area opens out to the main deck which is sheltered from the weather and offers uninterrupted views of the surrounding mountains - a fantastic place to enjoy a morning coffee or a cold beverage in the afternoon.

The home offers three bedrooms all with different features. The first has a built in desk and storage - ideal for home work, gaming or could double up as a home office. The second has access to a second deck and the master is well sized and has access to the built-in veranda. Which has original stained glass windows giving a warm glow of colour. There is also a second bathroom located off the master and with direct outdoor access from the enclosed veranda, the floor plan allows separate living if you wanted to use the property as an investment or for Air BnB.

Outside is an undercover area for storage and a solid chook run which is ready to go. A myriad of fruit trees including Avocadoes, Oranges, Kiwi Fruit, Mangoes, Apples, Peaches, Lemons, Limes, and Mandarin lead you down the back of the block where a fire pit and barbecue area are set up ready for the cooler nights.

This property has so much to offer - inspection is a must call exclusive agent Alex Payne on 0409 328 153 for more information today.