Some homes honour their past; others redefine it - 9 Douglas Street does both, pairing C1900 bones with a contemporary revival that propels its story into a bold new era.
Wrapped in landscaped gardens and street-perfect poise, the façade is pure sandstone villa romance. Step inside and the original footprint unites a wide hallway, two generous bedrooms, and a formal lounge, each framed by ornate working fireplaces, timber floors, and delicate mouldings that honour history at every turn.
Then comes the transformation.
A daring rear extension shifts the narrative entirely, with an additional multipurpose bedroom or home office, 7m raked ceilings and walls of glass pouring natural light over marble, polished concrete, and fluted detailing to balance edge with elegance. A gas log fire anchors it all, bringing atmosphere to gatherings both grand and intimate.
At the heart of the home, a statement kitchen stands like a sculptural centrepiece, artfully designed with a 4.2m curved marble island (wine fridge ready) a dual-fuel Smeg cooker and a spacious butler's pantry. Thoughtful sightlines create an open, inviting atmosphere, making this space as practical for everyday cooking as it is impressive for entertaining. Here, form and function unite in a hub that's both beautiful and brilliantly equipped.
Daily rhythms run smoothly thanks to a luxe family bathroom with freestanding tub, walk-in shower, and wide vanity, as well as an oversized laundry that doubles as a mudroom..
Downstairs, your private cellar door awaits, while upstairs dials things up again. A natural light filled two-person study featuring integrated desks and cabinetry provides an ideal environment for work-from-home days. An additional bedroom ensures flexibility, while the master suite, distinguished by its soaring raked ceilings, walk-through robe, and a Velux-skylit ensuite delivers the ultimate treetop hideaway.
Concertina doors peel back to a polished alfresco paradise - a louvre-covered deck, outdoor kitchen, green walls, curated gardens, sparkling pool, and a hidden side courtyard with a 4-person infrared sauna. There's room to breathe, room to entertain, and room to indulge.
Beyond style, practicality reigns, with solar, off-street parking, underfloor bathroom heating, intuitive storage, security cameras, and ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning ensuring every modern need is met.
The location is the final flourish. Coffee on Duthy Street, wine bars on Unley and King William Roads, and favourites like Haighs, Whistle & Flute, Just Down the Rd, Dolly, and Bandit are all moments away. Greenhill Road offers a swift route to coast or hills, the CBD is a stroll away, and top public and private schools (GIHS included) make the school run effortless.
Settle in, stand out - it simply doesn't get better than this.
More to love:
C1900 sandstone villa on 450sqm east-west parcel, fully renovated and extended by Mavtect Designs and The Building Company in 2023
Landscaped gardens by Husk Projects Designs and Evoke Outdoors, with outdoor lighting and fully automated irrigation
Solar panel system with 30 panels
Secure carport and additional off-street parking
Heritage features throughout tiled porch, high ceilings, ceiling roses, working fireplaces, Victorian cornices, picture rails
Ducted, zoned reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout
Wood log gas fire to lounge
Ceiling fans
High-end fully tiled bathrooms with gold tapware, underfloor heating, fluted shower screens, shower shelving, and wide vanities
Bespoke lighting plan by designers 'The Light Impact', incorporating down and up lighting, wall sconces, and pendant lights throughout
Gourmet kitchen with Smeg dual fuel cooker and integrated dishwasher, provisions for wine fringe, marble benchtops, undermount sink, butler's pantry, contrast cabinetry, gold tapware and curved island bench with Italian tiled leg
Outdoor kitchen with gas-plumbed BBQ and champagne sink
Inground pool with heat pump heating, frameless glass fence, and equipment shed
Outdoor barrel Finnish Infrared Timber Sauna by Found Space
Oversized separate laundry/mudroom with carport access
Underground wine cellar tasting room with 700+ bottle storage
Timber and polished concrete floors, terrazzo tiling, and loop pile carpets
Plantation shutters and linen curtains
Security system featuring high-definition cameras with real-time app-based motion alerts, and ability to connect to 24/7 professional monitoring services
Extensive storage throughout, including under stairs storage room, built-in robes to all bedrooms and a generous linen press.
Specifications:
CT / 6243/799
Council / Unley
Zoning / EN
Built / 1900
Land / 450m2 (approx)
Frontage / 14.03m
Council Rates / $3300.60pa
Emergency Services Levy / $309.45pa
SA Water / $366.24pq
Estimated rental assessment / $1,500 - $1,600 per week / Written rental assessment can be provided upon request
Nearby Schools / Parkside P.S, Gilles Street P.S, Unley P.S, Goodwood P.S, Rose Park P.S, Glenunga International H.S, Mitcham Girls H.S, Adelaide Botanic H.S, Unley H.S, Adelaide H.S
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