19th century charms and modern liveability. Enjoy the best of both worlds - character and comfort - in this delightful historical home on the corner of Elliott and Collingwood Street.

Well located so close to town in a pleasant tree-lined area, this two-bedroom cottage with appealing living, indoors and out, has undergone a complete renovation.

All the plumbing and electricals have been re-done, along with new internal gib walls, ceilings, uniform new skirting boards, some replaced sub-floors and weatherboards, and a new roof. But that's just for starters.

This beguiling home now has economical heat pump water heating, a wonderful new Miele kitchen (with a scullery to match), quality joinery including clever and spacious built-in wardrobes in bedrooms, and smart tiling and splashes of feature wall colour.

It's a home with large separate dining and a sunny living room, pleasant garden, and good entertaining space.

All has been done with attention to detail and creativity - a reflection of its owner, an artist.

The origins of this very early Nelson home (newspapers dated in 1861 were found in the walls) have not been overlooked during the extensive renovation and rimu and matai timbers remain.

Simple old doors to the separate toilet and from scullery to garden have been retained as a nod to the past, and solid timber walls remain behind new gib.

The important things have been thoroughly modernised, including the kitchen and bathroom, the addition of a heat pump, insulation wherever it could be installed, and low-energy ceiling LED lights. New insulation has been fitted in ceilings and in any wall that was not solid timber.

French doors open from the open plan kitchen/dining room to a very large timber deck facing north for all day sun.

Security measures include an alarm and security cameras.

Here is your chance to enjoy cityside living in a characterful home with contemporary comforts, at an affordable price.

Contact Liz Woodall to arrange a viewing.