Grand century-old bungalow tees up for $5m sale in Barwon Heads

A landmark Barwon Heads estate overlooking the town’s exclusive golf links has hit the market behind 13th Beach.

The circa 1927 bungalow ‘Ingleside’ occupies a rare 3035sq m site with elevated views over the golf course on its northern boundary.

Century-old original features are honoured in a sympathetic renovation of the five-bedroom house that echoes some features of its neighbour’s historic clubhouse.

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Buyers can lock in a rare double block in Barwon Heads’ exclusive Stephens Pde, just moments from 13th Beach.

The house has expansive views to the north.

The entrance hall pays homage to the nearby Barwon Heads Golf Club clubhouse.

The grand old dame at 22-24 Stephens Pde, Barwon Heads has a lofty price tag to match its interiors, with Bellarine Property, Barwon Heads Peta Walter expecting an expressions of interest to net offers between $5m and $5.5m.

She said it was a generational home that the new owners would likely hold within the family for years.

“It is grand but it also sits grandly on the block – it’s high – so the views from the property are just incredible,” Ms Walter said.

“You can actually see back through to Lake Connewarre, back over the Barwon Heads golf course, you can see back over Geelong, you can see 13th Beach and you’ve got views back towards the clubhouse as well.”

The wide veranda is perfect for summer entertaining.

The updated kitchen has stone benchtops, Miele cooking appliances and a walk-in pantry.

The living room is packed to the rafters with heritage charm.

Exposed timber beams, ornate fireplaces and brass fixtures date back to the early days, when the bungalow was part of the original golf club subdivision.

A modern kitchen, three bathrooms and improved heating and cooling are among updates the vendors have overseen since buying the property 10 years ago.

As well as multiple living areas, the house features a grand entrance hall believed to have been designed by the architects who worked on the nearby clubhouse.

“This home still has the original bells from when they would have had maid services in this house and then there is a bedroom wing that would have been maid’s quarters that has also been updated,” Ms Walter said.

She said as well as established gardens, the property offered a large lawn for those wanting to put in a swimming pool or expand further.

“There’s lots of opportunity and to actually have a double block in Stephens Pde again is incredible,” she said.

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