Auction Location: On-Site
Ideally positioned on a rare 1,215sqm allotment merely metres from Wynnum's sparkling coastline, this five-bedroom prestige property is unlike anything else you will find. Built in 1938 and expertly reimagined in an award-winning transformation, this former fire station set across two spacious levels beautifully marries classic charm and modern design to create the ultimate family home.
Capturing refreshing cross breezes, plentiful natural light and mesmerising bay views, the residence pays homage to its illustrious past while also creating an atmosphere that feels truly contemporary. Tastefully converted by the esteemed Owen Architecture, the home celebrates quality craftsmanship with its striking 1930s facade and pitched terracotta roofline. Mature gardens and a gated entry add to the property's fantastic street appeal. Inside, exquisite timber floors are complemented by lofty ceilings and soaring voids.
Previously serving as the fire station's facilities hub, the residence's ground level encompasses a spacious open-plan living and dining area with dual-height ceilings. Accented by integrated bench seating and commanding picturesque garden views, this airy central space is anchored by an impeccable gourmet kitchen displaying a large island bench, a butler's pantry and ample cupboard storage. A suite of premium Miele, V-Zug and Smeg appliances promises hassle-free meal preparation.
Ensuring superb indoor-outdoor connection, timber bi-fold doors open out to a sprawling fully-fenced grassed rear yard fringed by established gardens. Entertainers will love the home's pizza oven, while families will appreciate the vast amounts of space offered for children and pets. Additionally, a flourishing orchard boasts mandarin, orange, lime, kumquat, finger lime, bay tree, kaffir lime and olive tree varieties, as well as four different types of lemon trees. This is a private oasis waiting to be enjoyed.
Finishing the ground level is a generous lounge or retreat area, plus a studio/office and an ensuited fifth/guest bedroom.
Upstairs, another lounge area links to a covered balcony. Featuring an entertainment ready bench, this sensational outdoor space looks out across tree-lined Mountjoy Terrace to Moreton Bay and its islands beyond.
Also opening out to the balcony via French doors, a sizeable master bedroom has a walk-in robe. An attached ensuite showcases heritage-style refinement with terrazzo feature tiling and a marble-topped vanity. Three additional bedrooms are accompanied by a well-appointed main bathroom, which has a shower over a clawfoot bath.
Complete with a storage-packed shed/workshop and off-street parking for multiple vehicles, the residence also includes an internal laundry and air-conditioning. Enhancing the home's character, original equipment panels from the fire station and an antique fireman's pole remain.
An exclusive offering not to be missed, the property has been awarded:
- 2016 Australian Institute of Architects (AIA) Queensland Architecture Award
- Don Roderick Award for Heritage Architecture
- 2016 AIA Brisbane Regional Architecture award
- John Dalton Award for Building of the Year at the 2016 National Architecture Awards
- National Commendation for Heritage at the 2016 Houses Awards – House in a Heritage Context
Close to fashionable cafes, restaurants, wine bars and boutiques, this extraordinary residence is only a stone's throw from the Manly Boat Harbour and the aptly-named Bayside Park. The popular Wynnum Jetty, Pandanus Beach and Wynnum Wading Pool are minutes away, as are Wynnum Memorial Park's sporting facilities, the Wynnum Central train station and the Wynnum Golf Club.
Falling within the Manly State School and Wynnum State High School catchment areas, this phenomenal home is also a short distance from Saint John Vianney's Primary School, Guardian Angels' Primary School and Iona College. Do not miss this exclusive opportunity – call to arrange an inspection today.
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