An elegant fusion of timeless character and contemporary coastal living, this beautifully renovated and sympathetically extended return verandah villa is a standout family residence set on a traditional allotment in the very heart of Henley Beach.
From the moment you arrive, the home's classic stone fronted façade and private northerly-facing verandah invite you to slow down and enjoy the warmth of the winter sun. Step inside to a wide entry hall where original features, soaring ceilings and a graceful archway immediately showcase the craftsmanship and charm of a bygone era, perfectly balanced with modern enhancements.
The home opens to an impressive rear extension designed for relaxed family living and effortless entertaining. Here, expansive open plan living and dining zones are bathed in natural light, with timber French doors flowing seamlessly onto an extensive deck and outdoor entertaining area. This indooroutdoor connection creates the ideal setting for gatherings large and small, all year round.
At the heart of the home, the kitchen is both stylish and functional, offering ample storage, quality finishes and a breakfast bar that naturally draws family and guests together.
Accommodation is generous and flexible. Upstairs, the master suite delivers a true parent's retreat. Complete with a walk-in robe, ensuite with underfloor heating, and a private balcony, perfect for quiet mornings or evening unwinding. Three additional well-proportioned bedrooms retain original fireplaces and character features, while a spacious formal lounge or second living area, also featuring a fireplace and its own separate entrance, offers the versatility to be used as a fifth bedroom, home office or guest retreat.
A modern main bathroom, also featuring underfloor heating, services the home, alongside a separate laundry and ample roof storage for added practicality.
Outdoors continues to impress, with a spacious rear yard featuring lawn area and established gardens, ideal for children and pets. The alfresco entertaining zone is a true highlight, complete with a built-in outdoor kitchen and wood-fired pizza oven, perfect for hosting long lunches and balmy summer evenings.
Additional features include polished timber floorboards throughout, lofty ceilings, rear lane access to a double drive through garage with excellent storage, and the undeniable lifestyle advantage of being just a short 300-metre stroll to the cosmopolitan cafés, restaurants and boutiques of Henley Square, as well as the pristine sands of Henley Beach.
This is a rare opportunity to secure a beautifully balanced coastal residence that delivers space, flexibility and enduring appeal in one of Adelaide's most tightly held seaside suburbs. Where character, comfort and lifestyle come together effortlessly.
Specifications:
CT / 5256 / 878
Council / City of Charles Sturt
Zoning / EN - Established Neighbourhood
Built / 1895
Land / 670sqm approx.
Council Rates / $3,668.10 PA
ESL / $735.25 PA
SA Water Rates / $381.00 PQ
