168 High Street, Bendigo, VIC 3550

This boutique development combines the perfect blend of contemporary and heritage design on the fringe of Bendigo's CBD.

Just south of the Sacred Heart Cathedral, number 168 High Street boasts a prized period fa?ade in the city's historic tourism precinct; view the Central Deborah poppet head from the front verandah and watch the trams trundle past.

The property has two parts: an historic restored Victorian shop, complete with a gorgeous glazed fa?ade, and a two-bedroom apartment behind, accessed via a private driveway off Violet Street which would be perfect to live in as a principal residence or benefit from several investment options including Airbnb.

The shop is currently leased as a boutique hair studio. It boasts high-shine flooring, a curved timber counter and contemporary fittings and a fixtures along with a huge dry cellar. Behind the salon are two office spaces, toilet and a tearoom.

The apartment is separate to the shop. It's a hidden gem that is full of surprises.

Take the long, hedge-lined drive to a double carport; which could also be enjoyed as an outdoor entertaining space. Dress the paved surrounds with potted plants to create an instant city sanctuary.

Enter the upmarket stylish apartment via a frosted glass door, straight into the open-plan living room. Warm, timber floors, downlights and set-square cornice feature, as does split system heating and cooling.

A designer two-toned kitchen has an under-bench oven, electric cooktop, rangehood, integrated dishwasher, deep pot drawers and excellent pantry storage.

Two bedrooms have quality carpet, frosted glass doors, built-in-robes and split systems. They also have a second door, each opening to a private outdoor light well with blue sky views and timber decking underfoot.

The central three-piece bathroom is in keeping with the home's high-style design. It is fully tiled from floor to ceiling and has a floating fluted vanity and a wide, frameless shower. The bathroom also shares access to the private outdoor light well.

The options at this dual address are as enticing and exciting as the property itself. Lease both, live in one, or investigate the Airbnb potential. Either way, rewards await.

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