Favoured by a north-easterly aspect in a lovely wide family-friendly street, this triple-gabled Ashgrovian home is sure to warm your heart. Long-held and lovingly maintained by one family, this charming residence presents a winning combination of spacious light-filled living and period features in a fantastic life-style location. Occupying two levels on a generous 584m2, number 14 boasts original features and traditional favourites, such as beautiful high ornate plaster ceilings, picture rails, and casement windows.
Upon entering, a generous light-filled entry leads you through to carpeted formal living and dining, partitioned off by lovely leadlight sliding doors, if desired. An inviting central kitchen is largely original with cast-iron sink and part terrazzo and tiled floor; including gas cooking and ample storage.
Step outside from the dining room via French doors to an impressive timber deck complementing our lovely Queensland climate. Capture the fresh breezes and suburban views, Mt Coot-tha and city glimpses, from this elevated position. Also overlooking the beautifully landscaped and level backyard, this area is perfect for entertaining friends and family, or simply relaxing back to enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Undercover stairs at the rear of the home lead you to the lower level where you will find the spacious laundry area, abundant storage space, and bedroom with internet connection. With separate outdoor access, this room could be ideal for the temporary boarder, expanding family, or guests.
Accommodation on the upper level comprises two generous bedrooms, one including a lovely bay window.
There is also a versatile sleepout/sun room easily accessing the bathroom with shower over original bath; and terrazzo flooring. The toilet is separate for convenience.
Immediately comfortable and inviting as is, yet there is scope for some simple extensions and renovations to add value in the future. (S.C.A. - subject to Council approval).
Additional features of this beautiful home include linked fire alarm system on both levels, security windows, great storage options, venetian blinds, awnings, recently installed insulated roof providing a cool house in Summer, 2,000L and 3,000L water tanks, side access, two-car tandem carport, plus plenty of offstreet parking.
As for the location, you are immediately nearby to the Coles Newmarket precinct, local amenities, schools, parks, and bus/rail public transport, all within approximately 10 minutes to the CBD. This is an outstanding opportunity to secure your new home to be enjoyed for many years to come.
For more information, or to arrange an inspection, please contact Michael Ford.
