A very quick post at the moment as my daughter flew up from Melbourne this morning for a few days so I will be absent until the middle of next week.
This photo was taken on our walk along the waterfront last Thursday.
When we first moved here from Melbourne 28 years ago almost all the houses along the waterfront were shacks like this old house here, but over the years they have been replaced by new luxurious houses.
I think the new house on the right sold recently for $3.5 million. I suspect the old shack on the left would sell for a high price too even though it will probably be knocked down once it is sold because of the waterfront views and price of the land.
I wouldn't want to live along this stretch of the waterfront because people can walk right past your house and you wouldn't have any privacy.
Our house is only about 300 metres from this stretch of beach but at least people can't look into our house as they walk by and we live in a quiet cul de sac. I much prefer privacy to waterfront views like these houses have.
I agree with you on the privacy over water views - can always walk to the water to enjoy it when you want. Amazing what the value is now, I think I'm way out of touch...lol Lovely shot of the old & new
Nice find. Buildings along waterfronts are exceptionally expensive everywhere. The funny thing is that once you have settled down you are not bothered even to look out of the window to enjoy the scenery. Hope you have a great time with your daughter while she's with you.
I’m surprised the owners haven’t sold it, looks like they don’t even do any upkeep. Yes, I think I would prefer the privacy you have. Enjoy your daughter days.
Times do change in many ways, don't they. The same thing happened along the coast line here. Small beach homes (on the shore and inland) made way for larger more expensive homes that now sell in the millions! Enjoy the time with your daughter- and we'll see you next week.
Have a fabulous time with your lovely girl.
Ian