To put it simply, this outstanding residence is an incredibly rare offering!
Boasting an extraordinary combination of sheer size, versatility and modern comfort, you won’t find a home that’s better suited to large, blended or multi-generational families seeking space without compromise.
Positioned in an elevated pocket of Bridgeman Downs where you’re neatly set in a beautifully elevated position, this substantial two-storey home offers a flexible floorplan, multiple living zones and a long list of upgrades that ensure effortless living both inside and out.
26 Eclipse Street is more than just a home…it's a lifestyle property that delivers space in abundance.
Decorated with thoughtful renovations and incredible functionality, this abode is all wrapped up in a quiet, family-friendly location.
There’s two different ways you can access this ultra-convenient position…
From Albany Creek Road, turn right onto Beckett Road where you’ll continue until you turn right onto Saturn Crescent.
From here, you’ll continue straight through the roundabout and take the first left onto Eclipse Street where you’ll quickly find Number 26.
If you are coming from Old Northern Road, continue heading North bound until you turn left onto Hamilton Road.
At the intersection, turn left onto Beckett Road, then take a left onto Saturn Crescent and as above, continue straight through the roundabout and take the first left onto Eclipse Street.
In case you’re not aware, Bridgeman Downs is just a 25-minute drive from Brisbane’s CBD, ensuring it’s an ideal location for professionals who need to commute to work while enjoying the serenity of suburban living.
With easy access to the Gateway Motorway and Gympie Road, you can quickly connect to major roads and highways, making travel throughout Brisbane and beyond a real breeze.
There’s a plethora of highly regarded local schools nearby including Craigslea State High School, St Paul’s Anglican College, McDowall State School, Northside Christian College, Mt Maria College Mitchelton and Genesis Christian College.
Additionally, Padua College or Mt Alvernia College are only a short drive as well.
The suburb is well-connected by public transport with multiple bus routes passing through the area.
For commuters, there are plenty of significant bus routes and the Mitchelton train station is not far away, providing convenient access to the city and surrounding areas.
Residents of Bridgeman Downs enjoy a range of local parks, walking trails and outdoor recreational spaces.
The Nearby South Pine River is perfect for those who love fishing, kayaking or simply relaxing by the water.
Additionally, the Bunyaville State Forest and Chermside Hills Reserve provide expansive green spaces for outdoor activities.
Now that we’ve touched on the fabulous location on offer, let’s dive into the home itself, and boy…have we got some ground to cover here!
As you approach the home, you’re immediately struck by the commanding elevated position and impressive street presence.
Constructed with rendered brick and a tiled roof, it’s clear that they don’t make homes like this anymore!
The mature trees at the front of the property hide the beautiful front gardens and provide a peaceful and welcoming entry to the home.
Climb the steps adjoining the driveway to discover a flat area of grass, plants and shrubs all lovingly maintained - perfectly guiding you to the large, tiled portico entrance.
Step inside and you’ll immediately appreciate the generous proportions, soaring 9-foot ceilings and the sense of space that flows throughout the home.
The flexible floorplan offers multiple living zones and bedrooms (both upstairs and downstairs)…all designed to accommodate families of all sizes comfortably.
To the left of the entry and separated from the main living areas downstairs are three sizeable bedrooms.
Enter this wing of the home to find a generously sized rumpus room that features large windows to capture the sunlight, plush carpets, a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner - this is truly the perfect teenage retreat.
Bedrooms two and three also feature plush carpets, large windows, built-in robes, ceiling fans and split system air-conditioners to ensure year-round comfort.
Bedroom four features laminate flooring, built-in robes, a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner and additionally, this room also features a door leading out to the backyard. Offering ample versatility, this room could also be used as a hobby room or home office.
Immediately to the right of the entry is another bedroom…the fourth one downstairs!
Featuring plush carpets, built-in robes and a large window overlooking the picturesque front gardens, this room also offers versatility and can be used as a second home office.
Continue down the hallway to discover the spacious rumpus room to your left…
With an open entry to this room, neat carpets, a ceiling fan and direct access to the yard via sliding doors, this is the perfect children’s playroom or yet another teenage retreat.
Delve further into the home to discover the true heart – the expansive open plan kitchen…beautifully renovated and ultra-functional for both everyday living and entertaining.
Featuring 30mm stone benchtops, a large island bench, premium appliances that include a Bosch dishwasher, Siemens oven and convection/microwave combination, a 900mm induction cooktop and a striking floating stainless-steel rangehood – this is a space that blends style with practicality.
There’s ample storage with a built-in pantry, plumbing for a double-door fridge and even an in-built water filtration system.
Overlooking the yard and allowing tonnes of natural light, this kitchen is truly every home chef’s dream!
The generously sized open plan living and meals area is large enough to comfortably house all members of the household…
Featuring a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner, year-round comfort is ensured…and again, this area is filled with large windows to allow plenty of natural light.
Step outside and the home continues to impress…
Sliding glass doors lead out to the covered and tiled rear pergola. With insulated roofing, this is perfect space to entertain family and friends year-round, enjoy a sizzling BBQ and the peaceful sounds of the spacious grassy yard.
This yard is perfect for children and pets to play while providing a blank canvas for the keen gardener to grow herbs and vegetables or sit around a fire pit and toast marshmallows.
There’s a sparkling in-ground salt-water swimming pool – ideal for those long Summer days.
Return inside to discover the first of the three bathrooms, featuring floor-to-ceiling tiles, a large shower, a stone-topped vanity and a toilet.
A separate laundry with ample bench space and storage is large enough to service the family - with direct access externally, this laundry is convenient and practical.
Head up the carpeted stairs to find the remaining four bedrooms….
The luxurious master suite is a palatial private retreat complete with a huge walk-in robe, plush carpet, a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner.
Beautifully renovated, the ensuite features floor-to-ceiling tiles, a double-head oversized shower, another stone-topped floating vanity with 2-Pac cabinetry, mirrored cabinets and an exhaust fan.
Bedrooms six, seven and eight are all generously sized and feature built-in robes, air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout.
Renovated stylishly, the main bathroom showcases more modern finishes that include floor-to-ceiling tiles, stone covered vanities and heated towel rails whilst a separate toilet is conveniently located nearby.
Storage is never an issue in this home as there’s ample cupboards and understair storage located on every level.
Your car accommodation needs are covered with the remote double lock-up garage and offers internal access into the residence.
There’s a myriad of additional features that include new carpets, fresh paint in some areas, a repainted tiled roof, Colorbond fencing, a garden shed on a concrete slab, side access via double gates, a heat pump hot water system, a 10,000 litre water tank and a 20-panel 5 KW solar system.
The most obvious statement that we could make is that it’s very hard to find a home that offers eight bedrooms!
If you have a large family and need multiple work-from-home offices, there’s not many properties on the market that can compete with this colossal residence…and given it is located in such a handy position, there’s bound to be plenty of genuine buyer interest – Be Quick!
A summary of key features includes:
• Two-storey rendered brick residence in an elevated and commanding position
• Huge 1126m2 allotment
• Beautiful mature trees, plants and shrubs at the front
• Soaring 9-foot ceilings
• Fresh painted in some areas
• New carpets (6 months old)
• Modern downlights throughout
• Security screens on the windows and doors
• A total of 4 living areas that includes the downstairs rumpus room featuring large windows to capture the sunlight, plush carpets, a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner
• Bedrooms two and three downstairs feature plush carpets, large windows, built-in robes, ceiling fans and split system air-conditioners
• Bedroom four downstairs features laminate flooring, built-in robes, a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner. This room could also be used as a hobby room or home office and also features a door leading directly to the backyard
• Bedroom five downstairs features plush carpets, built-in robes and a large window looking out to the peaceful front gardens. This room can also be used as a second home office
• Separate family room with an open entry, plush carpets, a ceiling fan and direct access to the yard via sliding doors. This is the perfect children’s playroom or retreat
• Beautifully renovated kitchen featuring 30mm stone benchtops, a large island bench, premium appliances (including a Bosch dishwasher, Siemens oven and convection/microwave combination, a 900mm induction cooktop and a striking floating stainless-steel rangehood), a built-in pantry, plumbing and space for a double-door fridge and even an in-built water filtration system
• Open plan living and meals area featuring a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner
• Modern bathroom downstairs featuring floor-to-ceiling tiles, a large shower, a stone topped vanity basin and a toilet
• Separate laundry with ample storage and direct external access
• Luxurious master suite complete with a huge walk-in robe, plush carpet, a ceiling fan and split system air-conditioner
• Beautifully renovated ensuite with floor-to-ceiling tiles, a double-head oversized shower, a stone-topped floating vanity, 2-Pac cabinetry, mirrored cabinets and an exhaust fan
• Bedrooms six, seven and eight are generously sized and feature built-in robes, air-conditioning and ceiling fans
• Stylish main bathroom showcasing modern finishes that include floor-to-ceiling tiles, stone-topped vanities and heated towel rails
• Separate toilet upstairs
• Covered and tiled rear pergola with insulated roofing - ideal for entertaining
• Spacious grassy yard perfect for children and pets to play
• Sparkling in-ground salt-water swimming pool
• Ample storage upstairs and downstairs including understairs storage cupboard
• Remote double lock-up garage
• Heat pump hot water system
• 10,000 litre water tank for irrigation
• 5 KW solar system (20 panels)
• Repainted tiled roof
This is a truly rare opportunity to secure a large-scale family home with incredible flexibility, modern updates and outstanding lifestyle appeal.
With the ability to comfortably accommodate even the largest of families, the eight bedrooms combined with four multiple living zones and fantastic outdoor entertaining - this is a home that will tick every box for plenty of astute purchasers!
With properties of this size and versatility becoming increasingly hard to find, this is an opportunity you simply don’t want to miss – Don’t delay!
As always, 'The Michael Spillane Team' is best contacted on 0414 249 947 to answer your questions.
Disclaimer: All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable however, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided and interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.