Offering the rarest of opportunities to secure a gracious family residence of magnificent proportions, this Victorian homestead is a landmark Soldiers Hill address — delivering timeless elegance, exceptional space, and unparalleled lifestyle amenity on a superb 1,351sqm (approx.) garden allotment.
Beyond its striking return verandah and show-stopping façade, the home is wrapped in immaculate English-style gardens — a picturesque setting complete with manicured lawns, established hedging, and an abundance of flowering roses. Set privately behind a grand fence line, the property exudes street presence and serenity in equal measure.
A stunning leadlight entry opens to a 12-metre-long polished Baltic pine hallway, setting the tone for the refined interiors within. Boasting four generous bedrooms plus a fifth bedroom or ideal home office, three bathrooms, and three expansive living zones – formal, family, and open-plan kitchen/dining – this is a home of scale and substance. Four bedrooms feature original hand-carved fireplaces, with period detail showcased throughout.
The newly renovated kitchen and dining domain is a true centrepiece – adorned with polished parquetry flooring, a French provincial-style kitchen with Caesarstone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, and an inviting open fireplace. The adjoining sitting room opens effortlessly to the western verandah, while the grand library or formal living and dining room enjoys tranquil garden views.
Thoughtfully updated for modern comfort, the home features hydronic heating, underfloor heating to both bathrooms, a luxurious marble bathroom with deep claw-foot bath, quality Feltex carpet, and plantation shutters throughout.
To the rear, a picturesque alfresco BBQ area invites year-round entertaining, while secure access via an automated rear gate leads to a double lock-up garage and double carport. Additional amenities include excellent storage, a garden shed, and the practicality of being within walking distance of four primary schools and just minutes from the Ballarat train station.
An extraordinary family sanctuary, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a residence of historic charm and modern liveability in one of Ballarat’s most tightly held and coveted locations.
