17 Ridge Road

Morning light filtering through sash windows, birdsong drifting across the hillside, and the distant shimmer of Silvan Dam peeking through the trees - this enchanting circa 1900 cottage feels like a page torn from another era. Positioned on a manageable 676m² (approx.) on coveted Ridge Road, the home has all the charm you'd hope for from a cottage of this vintage, along with the comforts that make everyday living easy. High ceilings, ornate cornicing, sash windows, wainscoting and original Baltic floorboards tell the story of its past, while thoughtful updates ensure it remains wonderfully liveable today. The heart of the home is an open-plan living and meals zone where natural light pours through expansive windows, drawing the surrounding greenery indoors. The skylit kitchen feels bright and welcoming, with updated stainless-steel cooking appliances, dishwasher and French doors that spill out to a deck perfectly positioned for a morning coffee or an evening glass of something nice. The whimsical layout unfolds with character at every turn. A sunroom creates a gentle transition to the main bedroom, where treetop views greet you each morning. Below, a spiral staircase leads to two additional bedrooms and a versatile open space ideal as a home office or creative retreat. Outside, the gardens offer a delightful blend of structured landscaping and natural beauty with towering tree ferns adding allure. Dappled sun shifts through the seasons, inviting you to wander, pause and admire the evergreen outlook. In winter, when the leaves fall away, glimpses of Silvan Dam emerge, glimmering quietly in the distance. Practical features include gas ducted heating, split system comfort, under-house storage, a garden shed and off-street parking, while the location places you moments from Destiny Point café, walking trails, lookouts, villages and some of the Dandenong Ranges' most iconic attractions. Charming, character-filled and wonderfully unique, this is a cottage that invites you to slow down and savour the setting. At a Glance: Circa 1900 cottage with original character and charm Elevated position with filtered easterly views toward Silvan Dam Approx. 676m² allotment in a tightly held locale Original Baltic floorboards, high ceilings, ornate cornicing, leadlight, sash and louvre windows and wainscoting adding timeless period appeal Open-plan living and meals area with expansive windows and natural light Skylit kitchen with butcher block benchtops, updated stainless-steel gas cooktop and electric oven plus dishwasher French doors opening to a side deck Three-bedroom layout plus versatile home office spaces Main bedroom positioned off a charming sunroom with treetop outlook Two lower-level bedrooms with updated flooring Gas ducted heating, ceiling fan and split system air-conditioning Established formal and natural gardens with seasonal colour and towering tree ferns Under-house storage with both internal and external access Garden shed, single carport and additional off-street parking Close to SkyHigh, Kalorama Park, Olinda, Mount Dandenong and local walking trails Easy access to lookouts, gardens, cafés and Dandenong Ranges attractions Disclaimer: All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate. We accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floorplans and size, building age and condition) Interested parties should make their own enquiries and obtain their own legal advice.