13 Victoria Street, Ironbark, Vic 3550

This modernised period home is sitting pretty on the fringe of the CBD, in the heartland of historic goldfields Bendigo. It will pique the interest of anyone seeking an affordable character home mere minutes from the centre of the city.

Set well back from the street on a corner allotment, there's off-street parking and established gardens framing the cottage.

The sweet façade features a bull-nosed veranda with timber fretwork, and a metal awning over a double-hung window. The wide front porch is the perfect place for a cane chair or two and your hanging potted plants.

The front door opens to a welcoming entrance hall, with access to three elegant bedrooms. Each room has a built-in-robe. The front bedroom is approximately 3 x 5 metres, meaning there's ample space for added furniture.

The hallway leads to a light-filled open-plan living space that allows for modern life, with a touch of tradition. There's a cast-iron open fireplace in the living area, double hung windows, high ceilings and decorative cornice. A warm, timber-toned vinyl plank floor is a practical and easy-care addition, as is the split system heating and cooling.

The Laminex kitchen is another welcome update. It features an under-bench oven, gas cooktop, dishwasher and corner pantry. There's also plenty of room to add an island bench or butcher's block.

A European-style laundry and four-piece bathroom at the back of the home are in top working order.

Open the double French doors and step outside to a sunny concrete patio and a no-mow, waterwise backyard. Enjoy the established plantings, and BYO pots. The 5 x 3m garden shed is a welcome bonus.

Victoria Street is an easy 2km walk or drive into Bendigo, via streets of yet more heritage homes, cute cottages and authentic old gold character.