Charming 1980s Weatherboard Cottage with Dam, Eucalypts & Expansive Outdoor Living
Set amid 7.45 acres of nature-rich land, this character-filled 1980s weatherboard cottage offers relaxed rural living with space, privacy and picturesque surrounds. Framed by eucalypts and complemented by a tranquil dam, it's a haven for nature lovers seeking comfort and practicality.
Property Highlights
- Warm and inviting open-plan living with timber floors, built-in bookshelves, reverse-cycle air conditioning and a Morso wood heater
- East-facing kitchen with electric cooking and lovely morning light
- Two generous double bedrooms one with built-in robes, the other with shelving
- Combined bathroom/laundry with slate flooring, shower and separate WC
- Large renewed deck ideal for entertaining, plus verandahs
- Energy-conscious features including heat pump hot water system with 1.5kW solar
- 45,000L water tank plus dam with electric pump servicing the gardens
- Barn-style garage/workshop plus additional Colourbond drive-through workshop
Conveniently located near the villages of Elphinstone and Taradale, close to local primary schools and offering easy access to the Calder Freeway, this is a rare opportunity to secure peaceful rural living with views, space and versatility.
The size of Elphinstone is approximately 84.0 square kilometres. It has 2 parks covering nearly 5.8% of total area. The population of Elphinstone in 2016 was 555 people. By 2021 the population was 633 showing a population growth of 14.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Elphinstone is 60-69 years. Households in Elphinstone are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1400 - $1799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Elphinstone work in a professional occupation.In 2021, 94.90% of the homes in Elphinstone were owner-occupied compared with 86.90% in 2016.
Elphinstone has 456 properties. Over the last 5 years, Houses in Elphinstone have seen a 31.08% increase in median value, while Units have seen a 259.36% increase. As at 31 January 2026:
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