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Overview
Versatility And Scale In Central Cowes - Residence With Three Self-Contained Cottages
Positioned on a prominent corner allotment in the centre of Cowes, this character-filled property, formerly known as Holmwood Guesthouse for its premier accommodation and now reverted to a permanent residence, offers scale, flexibility, and genuine income potential just metres from the town's key amenities. Cafés, shops, the bay beach, and sporting facilities are all within easy reach, placing everything at your doorstep.
The property presents multiple options, whether accommodating a large or extended family, creating a dedicated holiday base, or generating income through the additional dwellings.
The main residence is generous in size and comprises four bedrooms, complemented by two separate living spaces and both formal and informal dining areas. A well-appointed semi-commercial kitchen sits at the heart of the home, complete with a walk-in pantry, while a powder room services guests with ease.
The informal living and dining zone is particularly inviting, anchored by a dedicated bar area and opening directly to a beautiful north-facing alfresco space overlooking the cottage garden - an ideal setting for relaxed entertaining.
Each bedroom includes its own ensuite and built-in robes, while the main bedroom is more substantial, offering both a walk-in robe and additional built-in robes, together with an ensuite that features a sauna. Throughout the home and across the cottages, the furniture and soft furnishings have been carefully curated, adding a cohesive and considered feel to every bedroom.
Outdoor spaces are equally well considered, with multiple alfresco areas providing options for entertaining or retreat.
A standout inclusion is the presence of two fully self-contained cottages plus a studio-style apartment, each offering privacy and independent accommodation. Whether used for extended family, guest stays, or short-term holiday letting, they provide a level of versatility that is increasingly difficult to secure. There is also the potential (subject to council approval) to subdivide the cottages from the main residence, opening further options for future use or capitalisation.
This is a property that accommodates a range of scenarios - multi-generational living, investment with supplementary income, or a substantial coastal base in a central, walkable location.
Additional features of this incredible property include:
- Multiple outdoor entertaining areas
- Split system heating and cooling throughout the bedrooms and living areas
- Combustion heater
- Stainless steel appliances in the cottages
- Stone bench tops
- Dishwasher
- Semi-commercial laundry with abundant linen storage
- Storage sheds
Change History
| Headline | When |
|---|---|
| $2,400,000 | |
| $2,200,000 - $2,400,000 |
Location
Cowes VIC 3922
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