"Mulberry Cottage" – A Charming Oasis
Introducing "Mulberry Cottage", a beautifully presented residence blending timeless charm with modern conveniences. This home, adorned with a classic weatherboard and stucco facade and surrounded by wide verandahs, captures the essence of dual living, presently enjoyed as both a family retreat and a successful Airbnb.
As you enter the front wing, you'll find two spacious, tastefully renovated bedrooms with built-in robes, ceiling fans, and polished hardwood floors. The cozy lounge exudes warmth and character, featuring a decorative fireplace, polished floors, and ornate cornices. A restored kitchen, combining a wood-fired stove with contemporary amenities, provides the perfect space for dining and self-contained comfort. The generously sized bathroom includes a spa bath, separate shower, vanity, toilet, and laundry facilities.
The extended rear wing of the home invites with an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area that promises comfort and style.
The well-equipped kitchen boasts ample cabinetry, a 900mm Belling stove with a five-burner cooktop, and a separate butler’s pantry with additional storage. A convenient servery connects to the outdoor entertaining area, complete with a dishwasher, wine fridge, microwave, and floor-to-ceiling cabinets. This space flows naturally to an inviting lounge and dining area, opening onto a private verandah nestled within lush garden surroundings. The rear wing also features vinyl timber-look plank flooring, a gas wood fire heater with a decorative mantle, a ceiling fan, and split-system heating and cooling, ensuring year-round comfort. An additional powder room with vanity and toilet enhances convenience.
A private lounge area, accented by VJ paneling, downlights, and decorative cornices, overlooks the outdoor entertaining space. The spacious main bedroom offers a walk-in robe, downlights, ceiling fan, and a sliding door that opens onto the rear gardens and the sparkling in-ground pool. A large study, easily adaptable as a second bedroom, includes built-in robes, shelving, and cabinetry, while the main bathroom features a double sink vanity, shower, and toilet. The expansive laundry provides abundant storage, along with a drop-down ladder for loft access, ideal for additional storage.
An expansive entertaining area overlooks a 32,000-liter saltwater chlorinated pool framed by lush gardens, creating an ideal oasis. The outdoor kitchen, shower, and toilet facilities are perfect for hosting guests. Nestled on a beautifully landscaped 2023m² block, this property boasts native and cactus gardens, a cozy fire pit area, and private nooks to explore. A substantial three-car garage, with its own entry, offers ample storage and even includes a self-contained unit for guests. The property is also equipped with three-phase power and an 8 kW solar system.
This unique property brims with potential, whether as a family residence, a teenager retreat, or a dual-purpose Airbnb. An extraordinary opportunity to own a beautifully restored and extended classic home, truly one of the most remarkable properties in Tocumwal.