An exquisite restoration and extension of Victorian beauty, this magnificent three bedroom, two bathroom solid brick freestanding period treasure is an exceptional entertainer. Originally built c.1880 as one of the first worker's cottages in Surrey Hills and extended with a marvellous recycled brick renovation that seamlessly retains all the vintage charm, this wonderful home enjoys a wide entrance hallway, a compelling open plan living and dining area, an entertainer's stone kitchen with huge island bench (3.6m approx.), Falcon 1100mm stove and AEG integrated coffee machine, two sets of French doors to the undercover bluestone paved alfresco area and custom granite Matador barbecue in a brilliantly landscaped shading garden; three generous bedrooms with robes, an elegant subway tiled main bathroom and a unique laundry/second bathroom with granite benchtops. Impeccably maintained, this delightful heart warmer enjoys a classic Victorian façade with laced verandah, high ornate ceilings, beautiful Victorian lighting, sash windows, polished Baltic Pine floorboards, picture rails and an original fireplace, while modernized with hydronic heating, reverse cycle air conditioning, ceiling fans, solar panels, roller blinds, a massive storage room with cabinetry, designer bluestone paved landscaped gardens, a carport and a further secure car space. Amongst a divine period streetscape, footsteps to Whitehorse Road & Union Rd Villages, the 109 tram, zoned to Koonung Secondary College and Mont Albert Primary School, near Surrey Hills express train station, elite schools and parks.
