Auction Location: on-site
Martini Time for Iconic Modernist – Step back in time – Ageless Beauty at Beaumont
“Important Modernist Architecture Close to the city but a world apart – modern home in bushland setting – Gardens connect with interior with most rooms accessed via doorways to external balconies or courtyards John S Chappel (1923 – 2015 Career 1956-1996 ) – Mid Century Magic built by MC Iuliano. JS Chappel Collection Domestic Architecture SA Modernist Australia 346 /29/21/1- 4″
What a revelation. Looking for a future with respect to the past, this is a retreat where design elements and history combined to create a calm, chic home. It has endured for 60 years with minimal change as it is a cross generational example of architectural vision with enduring appeal. Cutting a low profile from a discrete street presence, welcome to a noted blast from the past. Double brick it features glass, concrete, terrazzo and rich timber. The entry gallery is bright and welcoming with ample room to display artworks and gives access to upper and lower levels of the home. Original oak flooring is a stunning feature of the main living area where a wall of windows gives you treetop views and there’s access to balcony and deck overlooking a gleaming pool, your virtual oasis. It takes you back to the 60′s and a touch of Hollywood Hills. It’s not complicated – quality stands alone and this is no exception. Feature timber, designer cabinetry and extensive storage throughout will surprise. Suppers in the sixties, slideshows or just watching early TV, this home was born in simple times. Devils on Horseback, Cheese fondue, four course meals and after colourful Parfait desserts, a cheese platter and after dinner mints. The kitchen, physically the heart of this home, has visual access from the living area, where architect John Chappel’s advanced concept of melding entertainment zones was a forerunner to today’s open plan lifestyle. 1970′s cork flooring glows, durable and stylish still, a large kitchen, central to living and dining offers spacious accommodation for fastidious chefs. Gaggenau benchtop char barbeque, Bosch Oven, Rosieres gas cooking range with Thermidor integrated, automated, retractable, extractor fan, that’s a cool addition! A double sink, Miele Dishwasher, metres of timber benchtops and oh so much storage, what’s not to like. A spacious flexible family entertainment room with industrial look concrete flooring, adjoins the kitchen, with double doors to the deck for casual meals, it can be configured to suit your needs.
Downstairs it’s the sleeping zone, a master with ensuite and walk in robes- loads of storage and access to an outdoor courtyard and pool beyond plus 3 bedrooms, one currently a wonderful office with the outdoor beaconing. All have views over the pool and tropical gardens. Over the years the property has had non intrusive upgrades, you get a sense of the original intent of the designer and builder and now it may be your family taking it through to celebrate its 100th anniversary. The style is enduring and with sympathetic vision it can be enhanced & extended (STCC) the dream is yours for the making. Imagine another level – city views and contemporary integrations – it will stir the creativity for those wanting a unique home and a home that stands for longevity with class.
Don’t expect a lap or plunge pool, here it’s approx 60,000 litres, fully tiled and salt chlorinated with a Polaris Pressure Cleaner. Now “THAT’S A POOL.” The site of many memorable social events, completes the vision of mid century hospitality and fun in the sun. Lazy days, tranquil surroundings, a Martini in hand – Perfect.
Beaumont is a highly sought after eastern foothills suburb. Always associated with success, large elevated allotments and a history of architecturally designed estates, it has aged well with ongoing investors upholding the standards which are now evident and it’s a delight to see the blend of the best of the best from many eras. 4 Pam Street was originally commissioned by British owners and has not been on the market since they sold in 1977 almost 50 years ago. The natural bushland setting with close proximity to every modern amenity, shopping at Burnside Village, elite schools and colleges zoned for Glenunga International High school and Burnside Primary and less than 5kms to the CBD, this is True Blue Ribbon real estate. Beaumont Common, Recreational parks, reserves and walking trails, ensure healthy lifestyle pursuits are at your doorstep. Mt Osmond Golf Course, the Beaumont Link Walking Trail and Waterfall Gully ensure it’s all just a matter of choice. Now that choice is yours
AUCTION: Friday, 17th November at 11am (USP) – CONTRACTED AT AUCTION
CT: Volume 5641 Folio 414
Council: City of Burnside
Council Rates: $1,830.95 per annum (approx)
Water Rates: $239.21 per quarter (approx)
Land Size: 842 square metres (approx)
Year Built:1963 (approx)
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