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Pictured on the front over is 186 Limestone Road, Yandoit ($875,000) For sale by Belle Property Daylesford. Contact Nathan Skewes: 0439 322 630
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Housing affordability is another huge factor determining the ability of the average HE Australian housing market is a hot topic of consumer to fund house purchases. As of today, the Reserve Bank of Australia has the conversation at the best of times, let alone in the official cash rate at 0.25 per cent. Allow me to remind you that this is an historic low, midst of a pandemic. How will COVID-19 affect the Australian property market? It’s the question on everyone’s lips at the minute. meaning that affordability with relation to lending has never been more achievable. Over recent weeks I have listened to television broadcasters propose that the Australian property market ‘could’ decline by up to 30 per cent as a result of the coronavirus. I personally become concerned with these types of reports because the reality is that the property market ‘could’ also remain stagnant, or even perhaps increase. The previous five years in the Hepburn region have seen an increase in prices to the tune of approximately 62 per cent. I also don’t think it’s outrageous to think there may be a natural correction in terms of a slight stagnation in prices simply due to the heavy increases we have recently experienced. I’ll be honest though, this is speculation, and nobody can predict actual future results. The fact of the matter is, the housing market is susceptible to basic economics, and the theory of supply and demand. In 2005, the Australian population was just above 20,000,000. In 2020, we are well over 25,000,000. To me, this tells us that according to supply and demand, the demand will continue to increase with population growth. As the demand increases (and with the help of natural inflation), so do the prices of dwellings that people want and need.
All of these factors create the perfect storm whereby people want and need houses, and can afford to buy them. This theory would suggest that at worst, prices would at least remain stagnant. I can honestly say that in my time as a public tax accountant, I struggle to think of a time where I’ve seen as many positively geared rental properties as I have recently, and further to this, rental vacancy rates in regional Victoria have also been reported at less than 2 per cent. This reinforces the notion that the investor market is as strong as it’s ever been. Additionally, I can’t see anyone selling their house for less than what they bought it for unless there are dire circumstances. To quote Darryl Kerrigan, “A man's house is his castle” and I think it’s reasonable to assume that nobody will give up their castle unless they absolutely need to. If you try to convince me otherwise, I’d tell you "you’re dreaming"!
Matt Richardson is a senior chartered accountant with Cooke & Foley in Ballarat.
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DAYLESFORD 20 HOWE STREET
THE MAYFAIR Here is a rare opportunity to purchase a gem of a building on around a 1021m2 block with planning approval to subdivide and 120m2 commercial establishment. Recently painted, new furnishings, new hot water units and new central heating downstairs, this property presents the astute investor or someone wanting a grand residence with an opportunity to secure an iconic piece of Daylesford’s history. • 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms • Additional full self-contained studio unit • Formal dining room, fully equipped kitchen, lounge area & sitting area • 2 street-level shops • 1021 m2 block with a planning permit for a bar/function center, selling of liquor and 2 lot subdivision
a6 b4 FOR SALE PRICE $2,250,000 CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328
DAYLESFORD 6 NASH LANE FABULOUS VIEWS ON ELEVATED BLOCK WITH A SHORT WALK TO LAKE DAYLESFORD A rare find block of land approx 525m2 is perfectly suited to build your dream home in a quiet residential area of Daylesford, offering the purchaser an opportunity to build a permanent residence or weekender. •Planning permit issued - works to commence before Dec 2021, completed within 4 years •Power available •Approx 525 sq.m – General Residential Zone (Hepburn Shire)
DAYLESFORD 1/4 TREWHELLA AVENUE FOR SALE PRICE $370,000 CONTACT Curtis O'Neil 0423 904 050 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328
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FULLY RENOVATED UNIT CENTRAL DAYLESFORD Situated in the heart of Daylesford, this recently renovated and impressively appointed, two-bedroom free standing unit is only a few minutes’ walk to the Daylesford Town Centre, Daylesford Bowls Club, the famous Cliffy’s Café, Beppe’s and the Convent Gallery. The property presents a light filled central living area with soaring cathedral ceiling giving an open and airy space leading to the private outdoor entertaining decking. Featuring BIR in both bedrooms, new kitchen with dishwasher and a fully renovated bathroom.
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FOR SALE PRICE $560,000 CONTACT Michael DeVincentis 0417 142 152 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328
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DAYLESFORD 18 QUEENSBERRY STREET ELEGANT COUNTRY RETREAT WITH WHITE PICKET FENCE Located in arguably one of Daylesford's best tree lined streets, with Wombat Botanical Gardens and Wombat Hill House at the end of the street. This near new 3-year-old residence offers the best of country living with all the modern luxuries of a new build. The home is beautifully positioned to capture the sunrise in the morning and the stunning sunsets over the Wombat Forest in the evenings.
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SOLD PRICE $901,000 CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328
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HIGH ON THE HILL & READY TO RENOVATE Proudly appointed on the high side of West street with long views towards Wombat Hill and the Daylesford main street. This charming 3-bedroom home features a number of period and original features such as polished timber floors, high ceilings, sash leadlight windows, picture hanging rails frosted glass double doors and more. An ideal renovation project with an abundance of potential to be on the holiday rental market, investment property, weekender or permanent home.
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SOLD PRICE $501,000 CONTACT Tom Shaw 0438 118 903 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328
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HEPBURN 4A SIXTEENTH STREET PRIVATE VACANT ALLOTMENT WITH NEW PLANNING PERMIT This secure and private allotment of approx 370 sq.m with new Planning Permit is located in the quiet residential area of Hepburn, just 5 minutes drive to popular Daylesford. The level site has all services available and being within easy walking distance of the shops & cafes of Hepburn Springs village, Mineral Springs Reserve, Golf Course, Primary school and kindergarten will appeal to those seeking a site to build their own home, weekender or rental investment dwelling.
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DAYLESFORD 31A JAMIESON STREET SOLD $139,000 CONTACT Rae Corris 0408 358 772 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328
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CHARACTER COTTAGE IN CENTRAL LOCATION Located on a 442 sq mtr block is this refurbished cottage. Only a short stroll to the Daylesford town centre with its vibrant café culture, award-winning restaurants and shopping precinct. The home is set in mature established gardens with views over the town to the west. Featuring 2 bedrooms with an open plan kitchen/meals and separate living room which opens onto the expansive front deck where you can watch sun setting. Outside there is another north-facing covered patio area and at the rear terraced gardens.
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SOLD $420,000 CONTACT Curtis O'Neil 0423 904 050 OFFICE 43 Vincent Street, Daylesford 5348 2328
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Bells Water Gardens @ Newlyn
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Bells Water Gardens has been in the water garden business for over 25 years, building and maintaining ponds and growing a diverse range of aquatic plants for the nursery trade and public. We are passionate about building natural eco-system ponds, adding beauty and encouraging wildlife, allowing interaction with nature. Water gardens built by us are quiet, contemplative places to rest and energise the senses. Contact us for all your water garden requirements or come and see our nursery at 1 Campion Rd, Newlyn.
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Bugged about the house I should have known I would start something when I made mention of building a “bug hotel” for predatory insects to control the pest population in the garden a few issues ago. It not only drew quite a few comments and questions but it also means I now have been given a new project of my own - turning the old decorative birdcage in our flowering cherry tree into a high class bug palace to join our other bug accommodation, pictured above right. But this is in answer to a request from Anka of Woodend to learn how to build one of her own. There are no set rules, other than to create a haven for the bugs and other assorted predatorial good guys from where they can patrol and protect your garden. As you can see from the recycled letterbox and plastic bottle, pictured below right, with one side removed, any type of container in which to place an assortment of twigs, gumnuts, pine cones etc. will do fine. I’ve seen “hotels” fashioned from a bundle of twigs and leaves, placed into horizontal cans and plastic drink bottles (with the top cut off), and hung from the branches of trees. Other options include making a pyramid of empty flower pots (on their sides) and stuffing them with dried leaves, straw and twigs etc. Or something as simple as wrapping a pile of pine cones in chicken wire to either sit under, or hang from a shady tree. I’ve even seen a string bag of pine cones hanging in the shade as makeshift accommodation. More substantial and palatial examples can be constructed using timber and bricks, particularly those with perforated sides, strategically spaced to provide cavities for holding twigs. The Halls Gap Community Botanic Gardens have several magnificent, fullyoccupied examples fashioned out of square four-gallon kerosene cans, strategically located on large gum trees around the park. Bee hotels But the bug hotels, often seen side-by-side with other, usually wooden, structures featuring rows of neat little round holes are bee hotels, ideally formed to accommodate bees. These can need a little bit of carpentery skills to build with timber, but bamboo stems, or even short lengths of black poly pipe stacked closely together in the frame, will make a perfect substitute. Pre-made and kit versions of these are often to be found in gift shops and garden outlets. Those of us lucky enough to live in a country area are most likely to help the solitary-living native bees, who will benefit most from a bee hotel, and the security it will provide. As well as providing accommodation, it’s most important to ensure there are plenty of bee-attracting flowering plants, and a steady water supply for them.
But remember, bees and other insects can’t cope with more than a trickle of water, for fear of drowning. A shallow bowl filled with small pebbles, or marbles, is the perfect solution, but place the bowl in a shady spot and be sure to keep the water level topped up. If you are seriously interested in the bug hotel culture, and/or attracting native bees, check with Google, there are simply pages of information and illustrations of every possible type of construction. Also there are pages of bee and bug keepingprojects to intrigue children of all ages.
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Bespoke finishes, timeless style and meticulous detailing have combined to create one Daylesford’s finest homes in the revered Wombat Hill precinct. The spatial qualities of this refined Victorian home are readily apparent: traditional rooms with high ceilings flowing seamlessly into a dramatic and modern casual living zone with stunning lush garden views. With 4 bedrooms, formal entertaining areas, spacious casual living and dining, this home is a rare find.
Across from the Wombat Botanical Gardens is the cascading entry to this beautifully crafted home in a lush garden setting. The 2 generous living spaces open to sunny terraces with long views and the kitchen features a Falcon oven and designer cabinetry. There are 3 bedrooms, with an adjacent home office. Includes ducted heating, air con, wood heater, and double glazing.
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25 Gooch Court, Wheatsheaf $1.3 million
25 Stanbridge Street, Daylesford $1.135 million
A superb home, 2 private cottages and 4 acres/1.4 hectares (approx.) of landscaped serenity excel for lifestyle living. Indulgence offers a main house with 2 gourmet kitchens, 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and excellent fit-out. Superb productive garden with orchard, vegetable beds, woodland, large chicken coop, spring-fed dam and bore. A private and convenient location only 5 minutes from Daylesford.
A magnificent garden with a rich history enhances the historic character of “Kilmaley”. Set on 2,000 sqm (approx.) of corner land, the historic four-bedroom home features a spacious living room, lounge and dining room, cellar, and a stunning garden with century old Walnut trees, vegetable and berry beds. Metres to Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens and an easy walk to Daylesford’s cafes and shops.
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Beautifully renovated and restored, Gloriette (circa 1880’s) reveals impeccable refinement in a premium Daylesford location. With a stunning lounge and dining zone, Hamptons-inspired Ilve kitchen and sitting area with OFP, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a cellar and an external studio and garage. A wonderful setting only moment’s walk from Wombat Hill Botanic Gardens and Daylesford’s restaurants, cafes and shops.
Nestled into a gently undulating slope is this expansive family home on a manageable 18 acres located only 15 min to Kyneton and Daylesford. Thoughtfully designed, the home is north facing and includes 2 pavilions linked by a vine covered pergola and entertaining area. A heated, inground, magnesium mineral pool overlooks the Kangaroo Creek Valley, a 2 car garage, Cheminees Philippe fireplace and vegetable garden complete this wonderful lifestyle acreage.
NEW OFFICE IN DAYLESFORD McQueen Broadhurst is excited to announce our new Daylesford office opening July 2020. Daylesford and Hepburn Shire have embraced us and we are delighted to be expanding our business. McQueen Broadhurst has achieved the highest number of property sales over $1 million in the region and we have sold more than $22 million worth of property in 2020. Whether you’re selling your home, considering a lifestyle change, or simply researching the Macedon Ranges and Spa Region property market, McQueen Broadhurst has a plan for your success.
Offices - Kyneton and Daylesford Kim McQueen 0417 116 657
Robert Broadhurst 0488 300 900
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Geelong Businessman, Mark Ward has ownership of the Mill Markets group and brings years of expertise to this amazing concept. The Mill Markets operate three massive venues located in Ballarat, Daylesford and Geelong. With a total of over 12,000 square metres of undercover floor space, (3 acres), treasure hunters have the opportunity to spend many hours browsing and meandering through the eclectic mix of products. There is a fantastic variety of home decor, furniture, records, vintage and new clothing, books, fine china, glassware, industrial items, jewellery, antiques as well as Australian pottery, homewares, memorabilia, retro fashions and collectables. We also have many stalls selling new products and have gift vouchers for those people who have everything!
All goods are from the 1850’s right through to present day. Mill Markets lease space to hundreds of dealers, which allows small business operators and collectors who otherwise could not afford the overheads of their own shops, to showcase their goods. This equates to a wide and diverse range of products, available and open to the public, seven days a week. Enjoy a wonderful trip down memory lane through hundreds and thousands of items available for purchase at all three locations. With over 500 stall holders over three venues, there is always something for everyone. Travel The Amazing Mill Markets ‘Golden Triangle’ and enjoy quality food and coffee at each. All venues open 7 days 10.00am-6.00pm (excluding Christmas Day).