517 Barrabool Road

Ceres VIC 3221

This is an extraordinary opportunity to purchase a slice of Ceres' and Victorian history. This "Heritage Listed" Colonial Vernacular cottage was erected prior to 1867 for storekeeper Addison Lumb. Built of Barrabool sandstone, extracted from a nearby quarry, this Colonial Georgian style gable cottage combines the distinctive elements of an ashlar facade and six pane Colonial Georgian sashes. This building, whilst being modest in size, contributes significantly to the essential village character of Ceres hamlet, a once thriving farming centre and important vineyard district.
Located only minutes from the Geelong Ring Road (less than an hour from Melbourne) and Highton shopping Village, this heart-warming dwelling welcomes you with an exquisite mix of architectural elegance and simplicity. Enjoying a north facing orientation, comfortable lounge/living room warmed by an impressive open fire place is the perfect spot to sit and relax. A generous Bedroom with sandstone walls and panel heating leads off the lounge. Step down to large, traditional kitchen overlooking the rear garden and offering space to dine. The property has undergone structural changes over the years, all of which are sympathetic to the integrity of the building - a weatherboard gable addition which served as the Ceres Post Office has been constructed to the rear of the original stone structure, housing the 2nd large Bedroom with split system air conditioner and direct access to an attractive, private, brick paved courtyard. Updated main bathroom completes the interior. Rear portico delivers access to functional laundry and alfresco dining area set amidst a cottage garden imbued with life and vitality. Large shedding to the rear of the property provides an opportunity to garage 4 vehicles with access from the rear lane and further shedding offers workshop space. Positioned on an allotment of approx 482m2, this superbly restored and beautifully maintained historic property presents a once in a lifetime
Additional feature - Workshop.