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Price Guide: 1,200,000
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Mid-century gem with modern extension, in the heart of Blackwood, on flat block.
This family home has been lovingly restored, reinvented, and extended into an entertainer’s delight.
Located in the heart of Blackwood, walking distance to everything in the village including shops, library, markets, the new community centre, kindergarten, childcare centres, schools, and community treasures like the RSL and sporting clubs. It is difficult to beat Blackwood for its village vibe, yet still be connected to the city by a 20 min drive, or a 30 min train trip.
The connections also benefit family life – short walks to Blackwood Primary and High School, and easy access to Urrbrae and Unley high school and St John’s, Cabra, Scotch and Mercedes colleges. Local employment hubs like Flinders Hospital and University, Tonsley, Waite Campus and Marion are a stones’ throw away.

Peeking out from behind the striking front fence and protected from the street by lush native gardens and timber slats, this red brick beauty with original features is complemented by navy and wood tones throughout.
Walking through the original front door, you are greeting with period features and the original lounge room, which is large, bright and retains a casual, comfortable feel. The lounge opens up to the new light filled extension.
The newly built, architecturally designed extension brings this home into the 21st century, while preserving and celebrating the mid-century features and charms. It features a custom-built kitchen, dining area and living space with sunset views over the backyard and sliding door access to the timber deck and outdoor kitchen.

The soul of the house is the new kitchen/dining/family area. The kitchen combines the elegance of custom “French Navy” cabinet doors with warm and soft timber benchtops, handles and Queensland hoop ply accents. Walk in pantry, Asko dishwashers, and 900 mm stove/oven make cooking a breeze.
The sliding door leads out to the full outdoor kitchen with h/c water sink, fridge and Heatlie BBQ. To the left, an elevated area overlooking the lawn and rear veranda. Chat away while watching the kids play, or breathe in the calm and listen to the birds while soaking in the sunset over the big gums. The deck also leads to the rumpus room, where endless options await the new owner.
The original mid-century envelope retains the golden toned wooden built-ins that grace the three original bedrooms and line the main hallway with delicious curves. The updated original bathroom featuring bath and large shower now a cool oasis in grey and glass.
The original brick wall, which once formed the envelope of the original building, is now proudly exposed to provide a reference and a tactile transition from old to the new and provide a warm and inviting living space where family and friends can gather for food, fun, music and friendship.
Generous eaves, clever orientation and quality insulation provide year-round comfort and protection from the elements.
Around every corner there are delightful surprises, including the original brick garage converted to a luxury office, man cave/she shed or rumpus room, the choice can be yours. The practicalities have not been forgotten or compromised, like a generous mud room and spacious functional laundry. Everything has been thoughtfully considered.

What we love:
• Architecturally designed extension.
• Oversized double garage (6.6 m x 6.9 m), including a high clearance (2.4 m) Rolla-door offers plenty of room for your car, tow rig and caravan!
• Off-street parking at the front for 2 cars.
• 2 full bathrooms and separate WC.
• Original house fully rewired and powerline moved underground.
• Double brick regulates temperatures, highest rating insulation in extension, two split system reverse cycle air-conditioners for those extreme days.
• Ceiling fans in bedrooms and office
• Spacious studio/office, or teenage retreat, with separate entrance.
• Outdoor kitchen with sink, ample storage and space for bar fridge and BBQ
• Separate light-filled laundry
• Established easy-care native garden and raised vegetable garden bed in the front
• Fruit trees and lawn to the back – kick a ball, throw a frisbee, and pick some juicy fresh peaches next summer
• Walking distance to so many amenities – public transport, kindergarten, primary schools and high school, Blackwood shopping district, Wittunga Botanic Gardens and bushland open spaces
• 5000 L firewater tank and over 10,000L rainwater storage across the property.

Specifications:
Built: 1954
Building Area: 202m2 Indoor Living
Land: 879m2
Frontage: 24m
Council: City of Mitcham
Zoning: Hills Neighbourhood
Council Rates: approx $1,760pa