Elegance meets serenity in this house that has a special touch of class. It’s the sort of class that endures through the architecture of changing styles. High ceilings with cornices, extra tall sash windows and two stands of camellia trees framing the double-front entry are pointers to when this house was built.
A recent extension gives the house a second family room in open plan with the kitchen and dining area. A bank of full-length windows in the extension lets in natural light that filters through to the kitchen.
The refurbished kitchen is the heart of this house. Duropal worktops, glass splashback, soft-close drawers and a gorgeous island bench are hallmarks of this kitchen. Stainless steel upstands (installed where the wall meets workbench), a staunch piece of glass atop the island bench and brush-aluminium kickboards are details that add up to a kitchen that is easy to clean and looks as new as when it was installed. With its 90-cm gas hob, built-in wall oven and microwave, this is a kitchen that is built for cooks who believe that eating together keeps families together.
The “older” features of this house retain their timeless elegance. Corinthian columns stand sentinel at the porch that leads to a spacious, formal entry. To the left of the entry is a neat study with classic floor-to-ceiling windows. To the right, the original lounge that is large enough for a baby grand. Both rooms open to the kitchen and new family room, from which a wide passage way leads to four bedrooms of fantastic size, all with built-in wardrobes and two with their own en-suite bathrooms.
With walls painted in antique white, floor coverings of warm wood, cool tiles and wool carpets, this is a house of excellent standing, in a friendly neighbourhood. It is a short stroll across the road to the much-loved Valley Reserve (which leads on to Scotchman’s Creek) and, despite its tranquil outlook, has easy access to schools, shops public transport and freeway. Nearby schools include Huntingtower, MWSC, Syndal South Primary, Wesley and Avila colleges.
Features of note are:
- Daniel Robertson bricks and pavers
- Ducted heating plus reverse-cycle air conditioning
- Two living areas
- Extra large bedrooms (two with ensuites)
- Cable/internet connections in study and all bedrooms
- Courtyard with open and covered areas
- Ample storage throughout
- Low-maintenance grounds
- Large, lock-up garage with storage room at the side