Property of the week: Bensville charmer

Those that adore classic features like French doors, an original fireplace and a deep, shady verandas will be charmed by Palm Cottage, a delightful Bensville home that even has its own bright red front door with rustic doorbell and door knocker. Set across a single level, the property at 6 Hastings Pde, Bensville has been artfully restored and beautifully renovated by its current owners, who clearly love a classic cottage packed full of charisma.

The veranda overlooks a lush gardens that are dotted throughout with pathways that are bursting with fresh veggies…you could almost transport yourself to another time. Agent Cathy Baker from Belle Property said that plenty of people love this old world style of home. “I’ve found that cottages often appeal to Sydney holiday house buyers who want something that contrasts with their residential modern-style home in the city,” she said.

“The owners have taken out all the hard work by renovating in the cottage style to keep authenticity. A lot of the little suburbs on the coast have a fishing village vibe, which works well for cottages.” Surrounded by slender gums and magnificent bird sounds, Bensville is known as a peaceful acreage suburb that is close to the Brisbane Waters, perfect for those who don’t want to choose between the bush or the beach.

Ten minutes to Kincumber shopping village, Macmasters Beach and Killcare, you are not far from anything yet it feels as though you are in your own little picturesque bubble. Other features of the property, which has a price guide of $780,000, include defined living and dining zones, a recently renovated Hamptons-style kitchen with stone benchtops, contemporary bathrooms, reverse cycle airconditioning, plantation shutters, garden shed and double garage.