With a commanding presence, this fine sandstone finished property enjoys privacy, breezes and superlative views of the surroundings. Set in the peacefulness of a tranquil cul-de-sac with stepped landscaped gardens at the front bordered by hedges, this two-level home offers seclusion and comfort.

The residence boasts four double bedrooms upstairs and one down, two bathrooms, study nook, al fresco entertaining, substantial lounge and open-plan kitchen/diner. Access is gained from ground level to a generous double lock-up garage with plenty of storage space and the fifth bedroom, which could easily be used as a separate office or home based business.

Upstairs the home is cooled by ducted air-conditioning throughout. The large dining area includes a study nook and flows seamlessly into the spacious al fresco entertaining area. Here you can enjoy all-year-round barbecues, taking in the surrounding bushland and your own splendid gardens, watered by the computerised irrigation system.

The kitchen also looks out on the covered entertaining area and includes a 4-burner gas stove top with inbuilt hotplate, electric oven and range hood. This spacious room will please the most discerning chef and allows cooking to be done whilst entertaining guests. There is also a large pantry perfect for the whole family.

Through the kitchen lies the generous living room flanked on two sides by stunning views to its surroundings. It too has a ceiling fan, timber blinds and a neutral carpet.

The four bedrooms upstairs all offer ceiling fans, timber blinds, built-in robes and soft pile neutral-toned luxury carpet. Three of the bedrooms give on to the north-facing balcony, which is perfect for Sunday morning brunches or just relaxing and taking in the beautiful vies. The master suite is extremely generous in size. It has distinctive bay windows and downlighting, a private ensuite and walk-in robe.

With an alarm system, a 5,000 litre water tank and complete solar power, this 12-year-old residence offers the best in security and efficiency. Located in the well established suburb of Ferny Grove, 56 Fortrose Place beckons the astute buyer wanting a versatile haven for their family.

LOCATION

Ferny Grove is renowned as the last stop on the well-serviced Ferny Grove line with the quickest terminus route to the city at under 20 minutes. The Ferny Grove station is also due to be upgraded, including increasing car parking to around 1000 spaces and constructing a new bus interchange. Located 15 kilometres from the city centre Ferny Grove has all the infrastructure needed by the growing family: retail outlets, plentiful parklands, transport connections and premium schools.

Ferny Grove State School and Ferny Grove High School are both walking distance on McGinn Road. Ferny Grove High offers German Immersion, languages and cultures programs, vocational training, instrumental and choral music programs, agriculture studies, extension classes in English, Mathematics and Science, High Performance Sports and membership of the Greater Brisbane Sporting competition. The primary school has regular book fairs and excursions and is a favorite with parents.

Samford is only a 15 minute drive. There you can enjoy amazing bush walks or take a swim in fresh watering hole.

The informative Brisbane Tramway Museum also lies further down McGinn Road on Tramway Street opposite the native parklands of Keperra Picnic Grounds with its playground, picnic area and Cedar Creek an ideal place for kids’ birthday parties. Within 10 minutes drive you will find the attractions of Thomsett Park, Crane Reserve, George Willmore Park and the open road to Samford. There’s also the convenience of beach volley ball facilities just at the end of the street.

Shopping is a dream in Ferny Grove with the Ferny Grove Shopping Centre only 2 minutes away down the road. This centre offers a 24-hour gym, Indian restaurant, medical centre, newsagent and Woolworths. Further afield is the Great Western Super Centre at Keperra with an extraordinary array of boutiques, wholesale butcher, Woolworths, Aldi, and over 50 specialty shops.

Ferny Grove has everything you need for a comfortable life in the suburbs where accessibility to the city is at your doorstep.