Thoughtfully updated for contemporary comfort while celebrating its original character, you will fall in love with this delightful two-bedroom cottage where the classic single-fronted façade framed by a picket fence is adorned by a tessellated-tiled bullnose verandah and leadlight entry. A deep passage rises beneath soaring ceilings, complemented by warm Baltic pine floorboards, with multiple original fireplaces creating gorgeous cosy focal points throughout.
The passage introduces three beautiful spaces - two bedrooms and a central lounge. Both bedrooms are spacious in size, the main privately positioned at the front. Serene and sophisticated with lush new carpeting underfoot, it features twin built-in robes that book-end the open fireplace.
The elegant lounge boasts another original fireplace with decorative mantel creating a graceful retreat, and flows through to the kitchen/dining domain where soft grey tiled flooring brings a fresh, modern feel to the classic interiors. The integrated Fisher & Paykel kitchen certainly impresses with stone finishes, extensive designer cabinetry in striking organic tones of slate green, generous breakfast bench, gold hardware and goose-neck tap, finger-tiled splash-back with under-cabinet lighting, integrated fridge, dishwasher and oven with Haier induction cooktop.
The adjacent dining zone extends outdoors through broad sliding doors to a private North-facing entertaining deck. Protected by the high pitched roof, this is an idyllic setting for relaxed gatherings. Adding rare appeal is remote-door double car parking with rear lane access - an exceptional asset in this sought-after locale.
Showcasing refined finishes throughout, the skylit fully-tiled bathroom mirrors the green kitchen cabinetry, is enhanced by SunRay underfloor heating, offers a stone vanity, large shower with feature tiling and rain shower, and complemented by a cleverly-placed European-style laundry.
"Waverley" c1890 was the first home in the street, and is proudly freestanding on (approx.) 320sqm.
Additional features include:
• Ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning
• Classic plantation shutters in bedrooms & lounge
• Motion sensor lighting in main bedroom robes
• English Buster & Punch electrical switchware
• Overhead fan on outdoor deck
• Auto watering system in front garden
• Storage shed
• Convenient rear lane access to auto-doored, sail-covered 2-car parking (side by side)
Sensationally placed for indulging in the best of the Eastern suburbs and nestled within the historical Kensington Village treasured for its heritage buildings, just steps to the local High Street Cafe, Norwood Pool, across the road from Mary MacKillop College, mere moments from prestigious Loreto College, St Ignatius Junior School Campus, St Joseph's Memorial School and zoned for Marryatville Primary and High Schools. An 8-minute commute to the CBD, with bus services and The Parade's thriving retail and entertainment precinct at the end of the road.
A discerning lifestyle opportunity defined by ease, effortless elegance and proximity to premier amenities. A truly special place to call home and create lasting memories!
CT: 5594/178
Council: Norwood Payneham & St Peters
Council rates: $1,895.11pa (approx)
Water rates: $229.80pq (approx)
RLA 312012
