Concealed behind a high green picket fence and leafy front garden lies one of Coorparoo’s little-known secrets! Welcome to ‘St Leonards’ – a gracefully restored colonial cottage built in 1892. Rich in original features, yet offering contemporary liveability, there is also significant scope to capitalise on the home’s character and generous land dimensions, by enhancing the property.

Sip iced tea on the shaded front verandah, enjoy the fragrant frangipani, and be transported back to the tranquillity of this property’s yesteryear! Beautifully preserved original features, including VJ walls, wide polished floor boards, ornate archways, window shutters and a superb pressed-metal ceiling give the home its unique charm. Reconfiguration and renovation in recent years have created air-conditioned, open plan living spaces that flow through French doors to a north-east facing rear deck, yard and saltwater swimming pool. Surrounded by lush greenery, the outdoor area is exceptionally private, fully-fenced and offers a 3000 litre water tank.

3 bedrooms (2 with built-ins and air-conditioning) plus a study, offer versatile living options. One king-sized bedroom has the potential to be transformed into a sensational teenager’s retreat or rumpus room, featuring its own toilet. A traditional style bathroom features separate shower and claw-foot bath, while the kitchen has been finished in Tasmanian oak. A single carport and additional off-street parking spaces are positioned alongside the residence.

Perfectly situated in a quiet, elevated street, nearby to the prestigious Villanova College, the home is an easy walk to train and bus transport, Easts Leagues Club and minutes from the upcoming Coorparoo shopping and entertainment development.

The property’s long-standing owner is retiring to the Bay and reluctantly parting with this extraordinary family home. Elegant as is, but with considerable potential to refresh and improve, this property is a must-inspect. Do not pass up the unique opportunity to turn this