This charming cottage exudes character, history and ambiance. Marmalade Cottage is an original Avalon beach house that offers a 500 m walk to the village and the sands of Avalon Beach. The block is a level 855sqm and North facing. Boasts gorgeous grounds and gardens that back onto a private reserve with walkway to Avalon shops. An ideal purchase opportunity in what is seemingly an exclusive and sort after blue ribbon address. A backyard cabin nestled in the far rear yard makes for a perfect home office, teenagers retreat or rumpus room for the kids. With plenty of room for a swimming pool this home makes an ideal entertainer year round.The home has been partially renovated to incorporate that open feel whilst considering designer touches in the bathroom and Japanese inspired parents retreat. Enter the home to a spacious lounge complete with bay window, open fireplace, high ceilings and timber floors. This room flows to the dining area which in turn opens through a series of glass doors to a sun filled, covered entertaining deck. The kitchen is a galley style and has been renovated around an original and working Early Kooka stove. There are timber benchtops and plenty of storage behind beveled glass and timber doors.Three additional bedrooms are double in size and offer natural light through the expansive use of windows and glass. Sandstone features, timber flooring through out, high ceilings, bay windows, sash windows and plenty of glass enhance the rustic and romantic feel of Marmalade Cottage. The home has been utilized as a holiday home during school holidays where rents of $4000 a week are achieved during peak times. Whether you are looking for a family home, weekender or investment property, consider the prime position, where there is scope to further improve.