Picture-perfect with an historic cottage, open and wooded pasture, a barn studio and loaded with character and quiet rural charm, this manageable country property is ideal for weekend escapes, a permanent tree-change or even as a Bed & Breakfast close to wineries and restaurants.

Set on the tourist road leading up to Arthurs Seat and only moments from the Red Hill shops and primary school, Fordy’s Cottage echoes of days gone by with its high strapped ceilings and weatherboard exterior while extensive renovations have created a comfortable home in keeping with its beginnings.

Offering three bedrooms, an open plan lounge and dining area, a classically-styled timber kitchen with large Falcon range and an updated bathroom, there are also verandas and decks to survey your little piece of peninsula paradise.

A free-standing wood heater set into a large brick ‘inglenook’ surround is a real feature in the lounge with space for family dining and a door that leads out to the deck.

The barn studio holds a few surprises and could be used as a home office or studio space for a budding artist, while a four-bay machinery shed, a vegie patch, hen house and small orchard provide the chance to become semi self-sufficient with your own fresh home-grown produce.