147 Barnard Street

Bendigo VIC 3550

Ideally positioned in the heart of the hospital precinct, and just a few blocks from Bendigos CBD, cafes, restaurants, parks and shops, is this quaint brick miners cottage. With Tom Flood Centre just down the road, and Lake Weeroona also within walking distance, this character property sits in the perfect location to serve as an Airbnb or to offer that fantastic inner-city lifestyle.A brick paved entry under a bullnose verandah offers gold rush-era charm, and indoors the original detail continues with wide timber floorboards, original timber-lined ceilings, exposed brick fireplaces and sash windows. Two bedrooms, one at the front of the home and one at the rear, both offer built-in robes. The front door opens into the main living area, and whilst an electric heater serves this room, the original fireplace with timber mantle still remains. The kitchen offers modern cabinetry ensuring there is plenty of storage, a skylight provides natural light, and the stove placed in the brick fireplace gives added character detail. A second living room at the rear of the home is next to the spacious and light-filled bathroom and laundry, and timber French doors from this living area opens out to a decked alfresco at the rear. Steps lead down to a brick paved terrace and established planting helps create a private place to enjoy the outdoors.Additional features include:Original fireplaces (not in use)Electric heater and air conditionerKitchen stove with separate grill and four-burner gas cooktopPlenty of authentic character detailFantastic city central location, adjacent Bendigo hospitalPrime for renovation, this unique property offers plenty of appeal for an astute buyer wishing to add value to a central city project, or for an investor looking for a character-filled long or short term rental offer. With an exceptional past rental history, and great potential, this is a home with plenty of possibility.