This is an enchanting post-war home on a premium 657m2 corner lot on the prestigious high-side of Sherwood, having never publicly traded hands until now.

With its tasteful design, originally drafted by the English architect Frank Hall in the 50′s, this character home has a wealth of history with both the area and the local residents. Hand-laid brick paths, a custom designed fireplace with mantle and a charming terrace are all hints as to the thought and planning put into this home.

Sitting proudly amongst the beautiful properties neighbouring it, this well-maintained 3 bed home is ripe for owners with vision to create something truly special for their family, and to tastefully revitalize a prominent neighbourhood home in the same process.

You’ll fall in love with the exposed timber floors that run throughout the house and the unique window frames that dot the walls to take advantage of the picturesque views on the other side – almost as if they’re paintings of the landscape that constantly change and move with the weather and the seasons.

With similar homes being fiercely contested in the past, you’d be foolish to pass on an opportunity to have your own slice of safe and leafy Sherwood for the family to cherish. Even more so considering this is a rare, level corner-lot with two street frontages, with the peace of mind for the future that you’ll never be built-in or have neighbours peering into your property.

With the prices of both un-renovated character homes and land ever-increasing, not putting an offer on a home with such immense potential could be the most expensive mistake you and your family could make.

Originally part of a larger parcel of land adjoining the residence, 116 Berry was made available to the proud and happy owners as a gift. Construction began on the home and generations of the family have made life-long memories and cherished its use since.

Parents, Francis and Julia Nixon, next door at Avonleigh, 35 Marlborough St, of the owners Julien Nixon and wife Betty, were prominent community members. Nixon Park in Oxley was named after Francis, and his wife Julia Chivas, whose ancestors founded the Chivas Regal whisky company in Scotland, was a noted composer and pianist. The joint property was the setting for numerous garden parties long ago. Another reminder is a plaque bearing Francis’ name on a tree in the long avenue at Sherwood Arboretum, as he was a founder, being devoted to trees through his work with the Save the Trees society.

The opportunity to purchase this character home with such a wealth of provenance is now. Inspections prior to scheduled open homes are not only welcomed, but recommended, as this will not be on the market long.

Visit http://www.jcsteadman.com/116berry for more information.

James Steadman – Selling Prestige, Character & Developments

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