402 Lambton Street

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A welcoming country retreat with room to live, create, and grow - right in the heart of Durham. Set on a generous 0.57-acre lot, this charming century home blends historic character with major modern upgrades, offering an ideal small-town lifestyle just minutes from Hanover.Inside, you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and large principal rooms filled with natural light. The home has been thoughtfully updated with new hardwood flooring, new electrical, new furnace, central air, all new windows, and steel roofs on every building - a substantial list of improvements already completed for you. The exterior features weather-proof plastic gingerbread trim that never needs painting or treatment, adding long-lasting charm with zero maintenance. Original doors and interior trim have been recently repainted, and two enclosed porches provide even more flexible living space.Step outside and discover a property designed for hobbies, creativity, and outdoor enjoyment. A cement patio off the family room is perfect for gatherings, while the detached 2-car garage with an oil pit offers practical utility. Beyond that, the lot features two impressive outbuildings: a 14' x 25' multi-use studio space currently set up as a "Man Cave" plus a separate "She Shed" - ideal for art, woodworking, home offices, or guest overflow. A striking 40-ft custom shipping-container workshop/studio with a slanted roof, overhead storage, hydro, covered veranda, and beautiful French-door entry completes the package. Together, these spaces add 600+ sq. ft. of finished, versatile workspace.The grounds are a nature-lover's delight. New underground high-speed internet ensures modern convenience, and municipal services make country living easy. Best of all, you're only a 5-minute walk to Main Street (Hwy 6) for shops, cafés, and restaurants.This is one of those rare small-town properties that truly offers more - more land, more character.

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