111 Grant Road

Farmhouse & Cottage Near Vibrant Peninsula Town Centre

Beautifully upgraded to create a rural paradise with fabulous post and rail fencing, two picturesque dams and serene native gardens, this immaculate 3 acre (approx.) property near the heart of Somerville town centre is an exciting find for horse-lovers, tradesmen and families in search of a country lifestyle but with suburban convenience. With two homes allowing for extended family or guests, the rare property includes four fenced paddocks with 3 loose boxes and an amazing 450sqm mancave created out of a superbly refurbished former chicken shed that houses a large workshop with extensive garaging, wood heater, office, gym and toilet, with wonderful space to convert part into stables. Completely private behind a tall fence and winding driveway, an ornamental dam with weeping willows provides a beautiful garden outlook at the entry, while a large dam at the rear of the property with a jetty and steps down to its edge provides a lovely swimming hole and supplies all essential water for livestock or horticultural pursuits. Providing all your creature comforts, the main residence includes two flowing living/dining areas and a central wood heater, a well-equipped kitchen with five-burner gas cooktop, two bathrooms and a double garage, while outside is a children's wonderland with a shaded solar-heated, salt-water swimming pool, a playground, cubby house and veggie beds. In need of some TLC, a charming self-contained guest/grounds keeper's cottage with its own power metre can be available for your overflow of guests, extended family or for rental income, including a lounge with wood heater, original kitchen, combined bathroom/laundry and two spacious bedrooms. Within walking distance of the vibrant town or a couple minutes' drive to supermarkets, Somerville Central, restaurants, the train station, sporting clubs and both primary and secondary schools, the property is perfectly positioned for any commercial use (STCA) with fabulous street exposure for home businesses and extensive parking for customers.