19 Hobson Street, Queenscliff, Vic 3225

This delightful, weatherboard heritage cottage has undergone a major restoration to become an immaculate three-bedroom home full of charm and character. On the outside, the early-Victorian facade remains with refreshed weatherboards, a Jarrah front porch and historical French barn doors, and on the inside, a stylish mix of old and new lifts the home into the modern era where comfort and convenience rule. Add to that a central location in the heart of historical Queenscliff and you have the ultimate in coastal living in a charming seaside hamlet.

The layout is a typical double-fronted Victorian cottage: three bedrooms open out from the entrance hall with living areas to the rear. But it’s the glorious high ceilings, the bright and sunny aspect and the sense of space that are anything but typical. Calming and relaxing, each of the bedrooms has been completely rejuvenated, with freshly laid carpet, plantation shutters, new built-in robes and ceiling fans. The master bedroom has been equipped with a flawless ensuite bathroom that matches the main bathroom off the hall, both featuring patterned floor tiles, reclaimed stained glass windows and wide vanities. 

At the rear of the home, the light-filled living, dining and kitchen is a versatile living zone that opens out to the landscaped back garden through double French-style doors. With a French, custom-made electric oven and induction stovetop, double farmhouse sink and pantry/laundry cum study nook, the kitchen is both beautiful and practical. Enjoy meals in the sunsoaked dining area opposite the kitchen that features reclaimed sash windows. The modern wood-burning heater has been expertly retrofitted into the old, rendered fireplace in the living room, and perfectly complements the centrally-controlled electric panel heating. In summer, open the wide glass doors to enjoy the alfresco area that looks out over a landscaped garden with central plum tree. The original rainwater-fed well has been plumbed and supports a backyard irrigation system.

All the hard work has been done and this old Victorian charmer has been transformed into a modern coastal home, whether that may be as your family home or as an astute holiday investment. Inspect today and expect to fall in love.