Charlie Lund 0429 139 260

Historic Lorn cottage brimming with charm and potential

21 Melrose Street, Lorn

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Sold

$1,225,000

Company Details

New South Wales

Property Information

 
  • Land area approx 947sqm
  • Council Rates $3236/year
  • Water Rates $751/year
 

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Step back in time and embrace the charm of yesteryear with 'Clifstan '- a timeless Lorn treasure set on a generous 947sqm block.

Framed by jacarandas and picket fencing, this Circa 1800s, four-bedroom cottage invites you to restore, reinvent and relish a slower, more graceful way of life.

Imagine morning coffee on the bullnose verandah, weekends spent gardening beneath the shade of mature trees and evenings entertaining on the alfresco terrace.

Perfect for renovators with vision, 'Clifstan' blends historic romance with opportunity, offering space to extend, revive or simply enjoy as a serene country-style retreat just moments from Lorn's cafés, boutiques and riverfront.

- Set on 947sqm in a sought-after Lorn location, 'Clifstan' is offered to the market for the first time
- Packed full of charm, the Circa 1800s cottage would ideally suit renovators keen to restore the home
- Set behind a traditional picket fence and framed by jacaranda trees, 'Clifstan' has endless potential
- Lush gardens, including manicured hedges, and a paved front courtyard entice you into the property
- Space in the yard for granny flat, pool or shed (STCA), side access, single carport & driveway parking
- A wraparound, bullnose verandah encases the home while a traditional entry hall greets you inside
- Period features include 10-foot ceilings, decorative fretwork, high skirting boards & wall sconce lights
- Embossed wallpaper, detailed architraves, vintage lighting and mirrors also add charm to the home
- Large living room adds a sense of occasion and once restored will offer a grand space to rest & relax
- Living room offers period fireplace with decorative timber mantle, while french doors open to verandah
- Repurpose the historic mirror, built by the original owners, to its former glory above the quaint fireplace
- At the rear of the home is the light-filled, spacious family area, which flows out to the covered alfresco
- With a Fujitsu split-system & light/ceiling fan combo the family area is ideal for year-round recreation
- Modern timber kitchen has everything you need to live in the home while you complete your renovation
- Kitchen features include a Technika wall oven, 4-burner gas cooktop and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher
- Kitchen also has a walk-in pantry & the adjacent dining space has a buffet ideal for storing antiques
- Entertain on the rear verandah, which steps down to a paved terrace, which overlooks the backyard
- Backyard is filled with established trees and cottage gardens, or renovate and extend the home (STCA)
- Four oversized bedrooms with soaring ceilings are waiting to be transformed into dream sleep spaces
- Master bedroom offers built-in robes, stained glass French doors to the verandah & timber-lined ceiling
- Bedroom 2 has striped wallpaper, timber ceiling, original timber doors and a decorative open fireplace
- Bedroom 3 offers embossed wallpaper, timber ceiling & built-in robe, while bedroom 4 is blank canvas
- Family bathroom with large shower, single vanity, plus a large laundry, electric hot water & gas bayonet

Council Rates $3,236pa
Water Rates $751pa

Disclaimer: All information herein has been sourced by parties we deem to be reliable; however, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. Prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own investigations to satisfy themselves of all aspects of such information including, but not limited to, any income, dimensions, areas, zoning and permits.

Property Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Built In Wardrobes
  • Car Parking - Surface
  • Carpeted
  • Carports 1
  • Close to Schools
  • Close to Shops
  • Close to Transport
  • Dishwasher
  • Open Fireplace
  • Split System Heating
  • Toilets 1
 
  • Nearby Government Schools
  • Nearby Private Schools

Primary

Nillo Infants School, Maitland Public School, Bolwarra Public School, Telarah Public School, Rutherford Public School, Maitland East Public School & Gillieston Public School

Secondary

Rutherford High School, Maitland Grossmann High School & Maitland High School

Combined

Linuwel School Ltd

Primary

St John the Baptist Primary School, St Paul's Primary School & St Joseph's Primary School

Secondary

All Saints College (St Peter's Campus), All Saints College (St Mary's Campus) & Hunter Trade College
* Nearby schools are selected based on straight-line distance only.

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