49 Hargraves Street, Castlemaine

Privately set amongst leafy, meandering gardens and just two blocks from Castlemaine’s shops, cafés and train station, Coles Cottage c1856 is a rare and beautifully preserved residence offering enduring character, flexibility and exceptional privacy. Rich in history and displaying elegant Georgian influences, this remarkable home presents an opportunity to own one of Castlemaine’s hidden treasures. Behind its beautifully tuck-pointed brick façade, classic architectural details immediately capture the imagination. Casement windows, an elegant arched entry and a wide ornate verandah speak to the home's heritage, while thoughtful updates have ensured comfort and functionality for contemporary living. Inside, the rooms are filled with warmth and atmosphere, featuring timber floors, original fireplaces fitted with modern heating, French doors and reverse-cycle climate control. At the front of the home are two generous bedrooms, one complete with adjoining dressing room space, providing a private retreat within the original section of the cottage. At the heart of the home, a stunning living and kitchen domain has been thoughtfully designed to embrace natural light. Velux roof windows flood the space with sunshine, while premium Miele appliances and quality finishes create a welcoming and highly functional setting for everyday living and entertaining. Adding further flexibility, a separate studio or third bedroom is positioned at the rear of the property. Complete with its own bathroom and dedicated study space, this private zone is ideal for guest accommodation, multi-generational living, working from home or as an Airbnb opportunity. In total, the property offers two bathrooms and a floor plan that easily adapts to a variety of lifestyles. A generously sized cellar provides valuable storage and further potential, while outside, stone pathways meander through established gardens to secluded courtyards and quiet spaces to sit, entertain or simply enjoy the surrounds. Protected by mature plantings, the grounds offer remarkable privacy and a sense of calm rarely found so close to the town centre. Steeped in history yet perfectly positioned for modern life, Coles Cottage is a truly special offering, combining period elegance, adaptable accommodation and a coveted Castlemaine location just moments from the very best the town has to offer.