140 Barreenong Road Cottles Bridge VIC 3099

'The Gallery'

This idyllic mud brick home, historically linked to the Dunmoochin artists' community, is peacefully tucked away in the bushland of Cottles Bridge. Intended originally as a pottery gallery, the building has been subsequently extended and enhanced from an original plan by architect Alistair Knox, and is now a warm and alluring residence awash with character and charm. Nestled on 10 glorious acres, the property is a superb lifestyle opportunity for lovers of nature conservation, art and wildlife.

Rich timbers, earthy mud brick and slate adorn this comfortable home that sits in harmony with its bushland setting. The two-storey design presents 3 generous bedrooms upstairs (including the main bedroom with spacious parents' retreat/study), plus 3 living areas downstairs, accompanied by a solid timber kitchen equipped with modern stainless steel appliances, plus the family bathroom. A wood heater adds ambiance and keeps the home warm and cosy, and a gas-fired pot belly provides more instant additional warmth on frosty mornings, while a spacious cellar is ideal for wine or preserves. A separate mud brick studio is a perfect artist's studio or craft workshop. The property also features 2 substantial dams, gravity fed to the house and vegetable garden, revegetated woodland with grassland views, and a protected bush corridor for local wildlife. Tightly held for over 44 years, this beautiful property is just 10 minutes from Hurstbridge shops and train. Inspection will inspire!