It's not just the eastern suburbs that are home to grand manors and estates, Melbourne's inner west lays claim to some of Melbourne's incredible historic homes.

Located on one of Williamstown's most iconic waterfront streets, ' Tarneit ' is one such property.

Once the home of Marianne Baillieu, a celebrated painter and founder of Melbourne's iconic Realities Gallery, the property holds an important place in Australia's cultural history.

After selling her gallery to focus on painting, Ms Baillieu purchased the home in 1980 for $145,000 and lived in it until her passing in 2012.

For three decades, the historic home served as her painting studio and a place for artists and creatives to meet.

According to a statement from Ray White, the property hosted a "vibrant cultural salon where Au

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