2 Linton Street, Balaclava, Vic 3183

Held & cherished by its current owners for more than 55 years, this charming weatherboard cottage c1910s has been lovingly updated over the years, offering a rare opportunity to immediately enjoy a slice of this pocket’s rich history on a highly sought-after no-through street.
Spanning a sprawling single level, the immediately inviting home blends period character with thoughtfully considered contemporary updates, while a prized northern rear aspect brings natural light & an easy connection to the outdoors.
Behind its newly landscaped front garden & welcoming verandah, a surprisingly spacious central living room creates an impressive heart of the home, distinguished by soaring ceilings & engineered timber flooring. The contemporary island kitchen continues the home's considered aesthetic, combining Italian marble surfaces & premium Miele appliances including an induction cooktop, custom-designed rangehood, oven & dishwasher. Directly off the kitchen, the north-facing rear presents a brilliant blank slate to create your dream outdoor space or can be used as convenient off-street parking with garage-door access from the adjacent laneway. 
Two well-proportioned bedrooms with custom built-in robes are complemented by a beautifully appointed modern bathroom finished with imported Italian tiles, a double-head shower-over-bath & laundry facilities. 
Freshly presented yet rich in history, this much-loved home offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the character & intimacy of a traditional cottage with the comfort of quality modern improvements.
Positioned just off Inkerman Street & within easy reach of Carlisle Street's cafes, shops & restaurants, with Chapel Street, parks & public transport also close by, it delivers the quintessential inner-Melbourne lifestyle.