Magpie 17 Atkinsons Road
A Home with Personality on 5 Acres
This is an opportunity to acquire a lovely property located a short 10 minutes from Ballarat's CBD and 60 minutes drive to the city centre of Geelong. Five fabulous acres set on the corner of Dredges Rd and Atkinson Road, just off the Midland Highway with a bitumen road frontage; this property is priced to sell. The acreage includes a large cleared expansive area, the perfect place to add a further shed or workshop accessible from the side road (STCA).
This 1970's brick veneer residence includes an ensuite in the master along with two further bedrooms which are serviced well by the family bathroom. Two living areas consist of a sitting room with wood heater and a formal lounge. Instant heating and cooling is provided centrally at the push of a button. The kitchen provides stainless appliances, ample cabinetry and offers a servery through to the dining area.
The internal space is designed well for adding your own personal flair or adapting the floor plan if necessary. A large entertaining room provides an excellent space to entertain guests with a stone feature log fire and split system air-conditioner. Large windows and exposed rafters create a spacious feel and provide a sense of room. To the rear of this area is a rumpus room or ideal 4th bedroom, conveniently located for quests.
Established gardens and rustic features border the driveway and provide a character entrance to the home. Vehicle coverage is provided for two cars, with a further double garage available for storage or workshop. Water storage is not a concern with massive catchment from the four connected water tanks totalling 40,000 litres and a nearby dam with a pump for watering the garden. Adding to the appeal the home is connected to 1.5KW solar system with 8 panels, plus solar hot water.
Magpie is a very sought after suburb with charming shops, schools and restaurants in the nearby township of Buninyong along with opportunity to test your golfing skills out at the nearby club. Call our agent today and arrange an inspection of the eclectic property.
Get to know Magpie
Magpie is a rural/residential area 6 km south of Ballarat. It is situated on the White Horse Range, east of the Yarrowee River. The township was created in 1850, after gold was found at Frenchmans Lead. The town is home to Magpie Primary School which has fewer than 100 students. It has a small population of approximately 371.
