Historic "Corio Lynn", a wonderful Victorian weatherboard home is being offered to the market for the first time in 30 years. Built in the early 1900's, this 4 bedroom home has been lovingly restored, keeping to the Victorian era design. Sitting proud on an undulating block of almost 1 acre, this property offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a peaceful, rural lifestyle, yet a relaxing 5 minute walk has you in the heart of the Drysdale Village. The private rambling garden takes you on a journey, with lush lawn areas surrounded by majestic gum trees leading down to a thriving vege garden, adjacent to chook enclosures, a duck pond and at the bottom of the garden is a small Shiraz Vineyard.
Inside, is everything you would expect of this era, wide hallways, timber floors, original lining boards and wallpaper, pressed metal high ceilings and leadlight doors. An extension in 1992 provides the master bedroom and ensuite with Edwardian leadlight doors and a wine cellar beneath. There's also additional living space seamlessly merging with the rest of the home and the ducted heating complements the original fireplaces in the lounge and third bedroom. The kitchen is the hub of the home, centrally located and enjoying plenty of light with large windows overlooking the garden. There's no shortage of cooking options with a French style Rosieres double oven complete with cast iron plate plus a wood oven which will provide additional warmth during the winter months. Enjoy relaxing with family and friends on the north facing verandah and adjoining alfresco area with the wisteria providing dappled shade.
Also on offer is the adjoining block of land, (approx 1700sqm) comprising a large three phase powered shed. Zoned residential, this is an attractive opportunity for the astute purchaser. "Corio Lynn" is a unique property with over a 100 years of history, offering an idyllic lifestyle but with all the coastal assets and schools within easy reach.
