“ THE GOOD LIFE “ – The country and community atmosphere of Houghton plus a delightful return verandah cottage built in 1843 that has been renovated to capture the lifestyle of the era. The numerous fruit trees, vegetable gardens ( ideal for preserves) and chicken coop makes one self sufficient and the creek setting provides the tranquillity. The Jarrah timber floors , gas log fire to the open living / dine are an introduction of this quaint cottage, step down access to a large renovated Baltic pine kitchen with granite bench top , island bar and the traditional “ Metters “ wood oven for that country cooking and keeping warm in winter. The unique twin peak high ceilings plus floor to ceiling windows and French twin doors in the adjacent family room has a cosy fire tucked in the corner, overlooks the creek and gardens provides a room to relax and enjoy the setting. The renovated bathroom offers period style tiling and a claw foot bathtub. The main bedroom has a bay window and built in robe and there is a second toilet off the laundry adjacent to the glazed studio. A large pitched roof verandah off the family room is ideal for outdoor entertaining , or just stroll