A true Hills haven at Oratava's end.
Hidden where Oratava Ave ends and Engelbrook Reserve begins, this three-bedroom Hills home levels out into something easy, spacious and soul-soothing, just a pause from the Tollgate.
Set below road level, it doesn't take long for this robust 1980s home to remind you why it was a good idea to swap the city life for a surprisingly low-maintenance plot that feels three worlds away.
Three bedrooms and a study line one side, two light-filled living zones the other; creating a flexible home that's hard to grow out of and easy to style under its raked ceilings.
The heart and soul: a kitchen/casual meals hub that makes mid-week family dinners by a crackling a fire a common theme.
A combustion fire also stands at the ready in the second living zone, subtly divided into a formal dining spot and sitting area.
The kitchen, much like the master's ensuite and main bathroom, has been updated along the way. You'll love its breakfast bar, deep storage, stainless steel appliances and