23 Upper Skene StreetNewtown

Hidden behind a leafy facade of established trees and garden is this gorgeous character home set on 573m2 (approx.). Ready to move straight in or there is potential to extend (STCA) and create your dream home. The raised front porch provides a peaceful overlook over the front garden and the double front doors welcome you into the wide front hallway. The cornices and ornamental ceilings combined with featured windows throughout add to the charisma of this home not found in the newer builds. The lounge room faces north capturing the sun and the kitchen and meals area has charming features of two French door pantry cupboards and the old chimney where the original oven would have been. Ornamental glass doors on the cupboards and an oven unit with gas stove top and window overlooking the private backyard. Consisting of three good sized bedrooms plus study/office and the main bathroom is centrally located between the bedrooms. There is also convenient updated second bathroom/laundry with bath. Great entertaining space in the private leafy backyard surrounded by garden and established trees and plenty of off street parking with the long driveway and solid carport at the back of the block. What a location, with The Geelong College Junior School at one end of the street and the new Woolworths complex at the other and surrounded by your choice of prestigious schools within walking distance. Close to shops, reserves, Queens Park, the Barwon River and easy access to the Geelong ring road leading to Melbourne and the coast. Perfect for families, professionals and investors. Terms: 10% Deposit, 60 day Settlement. For alternative arrangements, please discuss with agent.