Set on 1,429sqm with dual frontages to Skipton Street and Yarrowee Parade, this much-loved family home offers a rare expression of country homestead living in the heart of town. Positioned approximately 1,600 metres from the CBD, it brings together space, character, and lifestyle with established grounds, productive gardens, and timeless appeal in a truly convenient setting.
Inside, the home unfolds with four bedrooms, each offering comfort and character, complemented by an updated bathroom featuring a classic clawfoot bath that beautifully reflects its heritage. Modernised wiring, along with updated fuses and meter, provides peace of mind while preserving the home's original charm.
Multiple living zones enhance the home's flexibility, including a separate second living room - ideal as a formal lounge, reading room, or quiet retreat. At the heart of the home, the open plan kitchen and living area forms a warm and welcoming central hub, designed for everyday living and flowing seamlessly towards the rear.
Throughout, the home retains its timeless period character, with leadlight glass, ornate ceiling roses, and classic architectural detailing that speak to the craftsmanship of its era.
At the rear, an ornately crafted brick entertaining terrace becomes a true highlight - a beautiful and character-filled space that overlooks the expansive grounds and extends out towards the reserve. It's the perfect vantage point to enjoy sunrise over the gumtrees and the peaceful surrounds that define this special property.
The grounds themselves offer an exceptional sense of space and serenity, rarely found so close to town. With 19 established fruit and nut trees, tank water with irrigation, and taps thoughtfully positioned across three zones, the property is perfectly set up for those wanting to embrace a more self-sufficient lifestyle while still enjoying everyday convenience.
Further enhancing its appeal, the property includes oversized double garaging with three-phase power, along with a versatile auxilliary space ideal as a studio, workshop, craft room, sleep-out, or even a home-based business. Ample off-street parking ensures excellent practicality for families and visitors alike.
With development potential (STCA) and scope to further enhance, this is a property that offers both immediate comfort and long-term opportunity.
A rare and enduring offering, this is a home that brings together space, character, and lifestyle in a way seldom found so close to town - ready to be enjoyed today, with exciting potential for the future.
