When we talk about location and lifestyle it’s hard to go past this stylish and charming character filled home in Clayfield. A labour of love from the current owners has gone into the renovations, making this property a shining example of retained period features and tasteful modern upgrades, ideal for today’s lifestyle in Queensland.
The house is located on a child friendly cul-de-sac street scattered with traditional workers cottages and original Queenslander style homes. This position also enjoys a very convenient location close to major shopping centres (Toombul and Chermside), schools (Eagle Junction school catchment), parks (50 acre Kalinga Park at the end of the street), transport (train and buses) and the Brisbane CBD, making this an exceptional family neighborhood.
The homes offers three generously proportioned bedrooms, one with built-ins wardrobes, while the main boasts its own ensuite and walk-in closet. All three bedrooms and the lounge/dinning room have split system air-conditioning and ceiling fans, keeping the house cool all year round. Polished timber floors throughout, some of which has been recycled from milled timber rescued from the RNA Showgrounds redevelopment, giving the home a classics Queenslander look and feel throughout. Renovation materials have been sourced from local character homes around Clayfield, Ascot and Hamilton, allowing the owners to keep the house looking as original as possible. A standout feature is the fireplace mantel that was removed from an old Colonial home in Highgate Hill, making its way to 56 Jackson Street for a new life.
If you are into cooking and entertaining, then the brand new open style kitchen with SMEG appliances will surely bring a smile to your face. This gorgeous home will captivate and entice you from the time you arrive, simply just move in and start living. The house has all the mod cons you would expect to find in a renovated property, however there is a chance to add value and expand the house over time if you wanted to renovate the all ready legal height downstairs area.
The property also features a traditional front verandah that is ideal for relaxing on Sundays with a great book and glass of wine. The 450 Sqm corner block is fully fenced and offers ample room for pets and children to run around and play.
After 12 years of ownership, an exciting opportunity for the current owners has presented itself to work and live in America, something they have always wanted to do. This means the family home MUST BE SOLD, no if’s or buts about it. Make the time to come and inspect this wonderful property ASAP! Auction day is sale day, whoever is there on the day will buy it!