10 Langston Street, Bendigo, Vic 3550 - More Details
$499,950-$549,500
A truly unique opportunity to secure a remarkable piece of Bendigo's history in one of the city's most desirable and tightly held residential locations.
Built in 1877 and originally owned by William Whitehair, a blacksmith from Sandhurst (as Bendigo was formerly known), this extraordinary miner's cottage is a wonderful reminder of Bendigo's rich goldfields heritage. Almost 150 years old, this is a property with a fascinating story to tell, offering the opportunity for a passionate renovator or heritage enthusiast to restore a very special home to its former glory.
From the moment you step inside, you will appreciate that this is no ordinary property. The home retains an amazing collection of original period features that are rarely seen today, including beautiful old timber floors complete with traditional square-headed nails, original brick chimneys, an old wood-fired oven and historic timber-lined walls and ceilings. These wonderful features provide a glimpse into the craftsmanship and living conditions of Bendigo's early pioneering days.
Perhaps the most fascinating feature of the home is the original mudbrick construction incorporated into the main bedroom and adjoining retreat. With its traditional rammed-earth floor, rustic walls and solid fuel heater, this extraordinary space captures the authenticity and character of a bygone era. The main bedroom also has the convenience of an ensuite, providing an interesting combination of historic construction and modern-day amenities.
The home offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a separate lounge, kitchen/dining area and sitting room. There is also a delightful front verandah, providing a welcoming entrance to this charming cottage. With approximately 102.6m² of residence, the floor plan offers plenty of scope for a thoughtful and sympathetic renovation.
For those buyers with vision, imagination and an appreciation of history, the potential here is quite extraordinary. The property is certainly in need of substantial renovation and restoration, however, the rewards of bringing this historic cottage back to life could be immensely satisfying. Imagine retaining the beautiful original features whilst introducing the comforts and conveniences of contemporary living.
Positioned on a manageable 370m² allotment, the home enjoys an outstanding location in highly regarded Langston Street, just a short distance from the Bendigo CBD. The location is simply superb, with easy access to Rosalind Park, the Bendigo Arts Precinct, Ulumbarra Theatre, Bendigo Marketplace, the railway station, local cafés, schools and all the wonderful amenities central Bendigo has to offer.
Property Highlights
- Historic miner's cottage dating back to 1877, with fascinating connections to Bendigo's goldfields history.
- Originally owned by William Whitehair, a blacksmith from the early Sandhurst era.
- Three bedrooms, two bathrooms and approximately 102.6m² of residence.
- Remarkable original features including timber floors with square-headed nails, brick chimneys, timber-lined ceilings and an original wood-fired oven.
- Unique mudbrick main bedroom and retreat featuring a traditional rammed-earth floor and solid fuel heater.
- Wonderful opportunity to undertake a sympathetic heritage restoration and create a truly individual residence.
- Attractive traditional weatherboard façade with front verandah and established garden surrounds.
- Manageable 370m² allotment in a highly sought-after central Bendigo location.
- Excellent proximity to the CBD, arts precinct, railway station, shopping, cafés and schools.
- An outstanding opportunity for renovators, heritage enthusiasts and buyers seeking a property with genuine history and character.
Properties such as 10 Langston Street are exceptionally rare. This is not a home for someone seeking a modern, fully renovated residence. Rather, it is an opportunity for the right buyer to embrace almost 150 years of Bendigo's history and create something truly special.
With its extraordinary original features, fascinating heritage and outstanding inner-city location, this charming old miner's cottage has all the ingredients to become one of Bendigo's most interesting restoration projects.
An amazing opportunity to purchase a genuine piece of Bendigo's past and become part of its future. Inspect and appreciate the history, character and enormous potential this unique property has to offer!
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Property Code: 1164
- Type
- House
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Area
- 370 m²
- House Size
- 102.6 m²
