Thoughtfully updated to retain its timeless mid century appeal, while incorporating modern style and comfort for contemporary family living, this unique property promises an exceptional lifestyle. Set...
Thoughtfully updated to retain its timeless mid century appeal, while incorporating modern style and comfort for contemporary family living, this unique property promises an exceptional lifestyle. Set on a 1,043m² (approx.) elevated allotment, capturing magnificent views to Queens Park and Fyansford, with light filled north facing living spaces and impressive outdoor entertaining areas, this is a home you’ll love for years to come. Situated within walking distance of the Barwon River and Queens Park recreation precinct, moments from Newtown’s private schools, and less than 10 minutes from the CBD, the location offers the ideal blend of picturesque riverside living with convenient central proximity.
Ready for you to move straight in and enjoy, the substantial allotment also provides future scope to subdivide (STCA), with approximately 330m² of land and frontage to Maidie Street offering a potential development opportunity.
Set behind established gardens, the classic mid century façade is defined by clean lines and warm, textural finishes. From the entry, double doors open to the light filled heart of the home, revealing a spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living area showcasing stunning original features including exposed brick and timber panelling, polished hardwood floors and large north facing windows creating a picturesque backdrop to your everyday living. The quality kitchen features a long island with waterfall stone benchtops, 900mm freestanding oven and cooktop, rangehood, Asko dishwasher, elegant subway tile splashback to the ceiling, modern cabinetry, soft close drawers, ample bench space and extensive storage. Perfectly positioned to overlook the dining area, front deck, rear alfresco and take in the scenic vista, the layout caters for day to day functionality and impressive entertaining. A secluded second living area offers a quiet space to retreat, watch a movie, work from home or send the kids to play, also enjoying a stunning elevated outlook.
The main bedroom features walk in robes and a stylish ensuite presented in contemporary finishes with a separate wc. Three further bedrooms in the main residence all include built in robes, serviced by a central family bathroom with bath, separate shower, modern vanity and a separate powder room. A detached studio provides a fifth bedroom with kitchenette, ensuite and living space, ideal for a teenager’s retreat, guest quarters or multi generational living.
Equipped for optimum comfort, functionality and energy efficiency, additional features include Daikin zoned heating and refrigerated cooling, split system heating and cooling, ceiling fans, 3kW solar system, day and night blinds, alarm system, a large laundry with plenty of workspace and storage, linen press, coat storage and a large storeroom off the studio.
Outside you have a selection of spaces to play, relax or entertain amongst established gardens. The north facing deck provides a sunlit space to unwind while taking in the lush surrounds, while the rear alfresco offers a private and sheltered area to entertain. The firepit is perfect for a cosy night by the fire, and the expansive lawn allows plenty of space for the kids to run around in a secure setting. With crossovers from Maidie Street and Scenic Road, you have a double garage with direct internal access, plus a double carport for additional off street parking.
A rare opportunity in the coveted Queens Park precinct, this exceptional property combines timeless mid century character with modern comfort, expansive outdoor living and future potential.
Estimated Rental Return of $680 - $700 per week (approx.).
