This magnificent Return Verandah Villa has just come onto the open market for the very first time since it was originally built in 1910!!
Incredibly, this landmark residence has remained in the same family ownership since it was originally built some 115 years ago by master craftsman Gerald Gerard.
The unspoilt, exquisite family home showcases superb craftsmanship throughout, with original hand-graining on the skirtings, architraves and doors - a long lost artisan skill, beautifully preserved.
The preservation of the home's original character treatments is truly remarkable. Even the cold store cellar is still intact, recalling the era before refrigeration when the original owner Gerald kept a cow and delivered milk locally by bicycle!
OFFERS:-
- Grand hallway entrance
- Generously proportioned rooms throughout
- Expansive kitchen/dining area under the main roof
- Stylish, updated bathroom
- Desirable northerly rear aspect
- Detached lined utility/rumpus room
- Valuable side access with undercover parking for 3 to 4 cars
FEATURES:-
An abundance of original character treatments including:-
- Striking stone fronted street appeal
- Intricate facade timber detailing
- Elegant leadlight
- Imposing Victorian arch
- Stunning period fireplaces
- Soaring ceilings
- Beautiful, bespoke built-in cabinetry
- Tessellated tiles adorn the return verandah
Commandingly elevated with a magnificent street presence, this stunning Return Verandah Villa offers many exciting options for the discerning buyer: -
1. Enjoy the splendid residence "as is". Simply paint the home internally throughout, polish the timber floorboards and relish the grandeur of a bygone era.
2. Undertake a small extension at the rear of the home (as per the Architect's Small Extension Concept Plan). The generous "side setback" from Herbert Street lends the property to a larger extension if so desired.
A big bonus when doing a small extension is that you can easily salvage the original red bricks on the rear kitchen wall together with the original double hung sash windows. Having an updated bathroom at the front of the home is also a huge benefit.
3. The substantial land holding on a prominent corner position offers potential subdivision opportunity subject to council consents (STCC). ie Subdivide the rear portion of the corner allotment (STCC), THEN SELL the Torrens Titled vacant allotment and keep the charming Return Verandah Villa to enjoy all to yourself!
Steeped in history and character, the majestic residence awaits its fortunate "second family" to become custodians to this timeless "grand dame".
A VERY SPECIAL OFFERING: OFTEN SOUGHT, SELDOM FOUND!
SPECIFICATIONS
Certificate of Title | Volume 5779 Folio 912
Council | City of Charles Sturt Zoning | Established Neighbourhood
Land Size | 1030 sq.m approx
