39-41 High Street

Maldon VIC 3463

>substantial 1st floor residence including verandah / balcony
>recent high quality renovations of total property
>large open plan warehouse style ? living area
>timber and pressed metal kitchen gas cooking, dishwasher
>layout allows for 4 bedrooms plus study
>period feature include open fire places and polished boards
>instant heating and cooling throughout
>private terraced outdoor living space
>lockable garage and storage, two street access
>existing retail business also available
WHERE DREAMS ARE MADE
This breathtaking Warnocks ? building invites exceptional lifestyle and business opportunities, writes Lauren Stevens
We may have missed the chance to discover gold 155 years ago, but fortunately, this unique property offers us the chance to secure our very own nugget ? of the past. Positioned in the centre of beautiful Maldon, this 1867 solid brick and stone building is a superb example of why visitors fall in love with this goldfields town.
This prime, double-allotment property features a huge retail space (140sqm) at street level, with the existing business successfully operating as a shop and gallery space. Owner, Georgia Hempel, sells a wonderfully eclectic mix of fashion, art, homewares, jewellery and shoes.
The concept works well and we cater nicely to a diverse clientele. There s always such an ease with running the shop, ? says Ms Hempel.
The retail space includes exposed Oregon beams and stone features with gallery hanging system, large divided storage area, mezzanine level and bathroom all with versatility.
A separate entrance also at street level marks a short stair climb to the second level of this stunning abode. An open-plan living area introduces the irrepressible personality that emerges from this character-filled space: shafts of light flood through the original skylight, hardy polished floors add warmth and mature pine shapes the elevated ceilings.
A spacious timber kitchen compliments this open space with gas cooking and dishwasher making meals and entertaining a joy, ? with original pressed metal cupboards interjecting much charm a feature used throughout.
French doors lead out to a private balcony, highlighting the intrinsic historical ambience of this building. One of only three in town, the elegant wrought-iron laced balcony provides a tantalising and enviable view of the town and is the perfect spot when festivals are on. ?
Comprising four bedrooms (one upstairs attic-style with BIR), the main bedroom is sure to enchant with its decorative pressed metal walls, BIRs, open fireplace and French doors (perfect for possible decking extension). Also, included is a modern bathroom with huge spa bath as the focal point, separate toilet, second living space/study and large semi-detached laundry.
The outside is just as impressive, featuring low-maintenance outdoor living at its best. The three-tier landscaped garden includes vast expanses of white stone chips with retaining walls highlighted by pretty roses, succulents and jasmine, this garden takes care of itself I never water, ? says Ms Hempel.
With laneway access as well as off-street parking via double lock-up garage, instant heating and cooling throughout and endless possibilities with second building site (STCA), this functional and romantic property with modern fittings is definitely a unique find.