26 Mercer Street Queenscliff
SUPERIOR LOCATION, PERIOD CHARM AND A HUGE ALLOTMENT
This magnificent freestanding period home offers the charm of yesteryear, the luxury of an elevated 1175 square metre allotment and one of the best locations in central Queenscliff.
ULTIMA was built by the first mayor of Queenscliff appointed in 1863-64 Dr David J. Williams (1818 – 1902) and was also a childhood home of the famous Australian author Henry Handel Richardson (The Getting of Wisdom / Ultima Thule).
Charming street appeal, its grand veranda and shuttered double front doors lead to a spacious lounge with gas log fireplace and open to a further second large formal lounge room with marble open fireplace and lovely garden outlooks. A generous main bedroom with walk in robe and open fire place also enjoy the same elevated garden views. Two more bedrooms with walk in robes, a modern central bathroom, separate powder room, modern industrial style kitchen featuring stainless benches quality appliances and open plan meals area complete the accommodation.
Further features include a wide side drive for easy car access, separate studio or bungalow and fabulous low maintenance northerly outdoor entertaining area at the rear.
The property is an extremely popular holiday rental and has potential for water views with a second storey extension (STCA).
Expressions of Interest closing 12th March 2021 (unless sold prior).
Get to know Queenscliff
History Queenscliff is a picturesque town with a multitude of historic buildings and beautifully restored period homes. Queenscliff began as a fishing village, then became an important point for servicing the steam ship trade. In 1841 a pilot service was established.
- Government Schools
- Independent Schools
Primary
- Queenscliff Primary School
- Point Lonsdale Primary School
Primary
- St Aloysius' School