9 Wight Street, Manns Beach, Vic 3971

Is this the last one of the untouched real "Fisherman's Cottages" in Manns Beach?

This quaint 3 room cottage we suspect, relates back to the original sub-division of the hamlet in 1924.

Manns Beach grew from the desire of those hardworking State Electricity Commission workers from the Latrobe Valley to seek refuge and go fishing in the many sheltered waterways behind the dunes of Bass Strait.

In the 1940's and 50's this area was populated with dozens of "Fisherman Shacks" which served as overnighters for dedicated early morning fisherman.

As testament to the time when the boat ramp was not formed was the requirement to own your tractor. Some things never change, and the locals are often seen travelling the roads of Manns Beach on their ancient tractors.

Situated on the corner of the aptly named Fisher Street, No.9 Wight Street is original as the day it was built. The sawn tree stump foundations have seen better days as has the front and back wooden decking. The roof however, is a pleasant sight. Step inside through the old wooden door into the sitting area. There is an open fireplace and a sense of nostalgia.

The kitchen is as original as the earth itself with an old wood stove, but alas there is a gas stove with cooktop and oven. Floor coverings are a discussion within themselves. Linoleum from early 1950's adorns the floor as does the kitchen bench with Herald newspapers from 1956. Bonus is you can read about the Olympic Games!!!.

Facilities outside include a toilet (please note no septic ) and shower facilities.

We can provide it fully furnished with the settees and chrome leg vinyl kitchen chairs if you wish!

Being on a corner allows for dual street access for vehicles, caravans and boats on a manageable 566 Square Metre plot of land.

Views of the water can be had from the front verandah. What is it worth?

Our vendors are very realistic and keen to move it on. Buy now and have your own holiday shack for Christmas.

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