Occupying 607m2, located 2.6k from Brisbaneâs CBD and within the highly respected Brisbane State High School catchment, the proud owners are offering this superb Queenslander home to the market for the first time in 27 years! This is a rare opportunity to buy into this prestige area of Woolloongabba just 5 minutesâ walk to Park Rd train and bus station. Southbank, The Woolloongabba Precinct (speciality shopping, restaurants and cafes), The Gabba AFL and cricket stadium, PA, Queensland Childrenâs Hospital and Mater Hospitals are all within a 20 minute walk or a few minutesâ drive or cycle!
Itâs a delightful and superbly presented home which is inspiring with internal appeal and radiates charm and a homely feel rarely found where the fantastic first impressions will last forever. Itâs a happy, handsome home to live in with the character features such as gleaming timber flooring, VJ walls, picture rails, plantation shutters and high timber ceilings blending exquisitely with a modern steel and glass renovation. The result is timeless appeal and lasting quality forging the links of time.
This is an absolutely prime location and elite real estate; in 2018 only two other residential properties have sold in Woolloongabba with a land size greater than 600m2.
The main features upstairs of this delightful high-set home include:
⢠A separate quaint entry verandah and charming living room, enclosed with plantation shutters to maximise the cooling breezes and setting the scene for what lies beyond
⢠Two more separate living spaces comprise a renovated family and dining area encompassed with glass bifold doors and windows with an abundance of natural light plus the original lounge room, beautifully maintained in its authentic condition
⢠Practical and modern kitchen with designer breakfast bar, ample bench and cupboard space and superbly equipped with Bosch and Miele appliances plus gas cooktop
⢠Three large bedrooms, main bedroom with built-in robes and coloured glass feature window
⢠Bathroom on a grand scale of enormous proportions and beautifully fitted out with extensive cabinetry, walk-in shower, separate bath and double vanities with sensational glass top plus a separate powder room
⢠High (3.3m) timber ceilings and magnificent, gleaming timber flooring throughout the home.
⢠Resplendent and elevated timber deck, ideal for entertaining large gatherings and overlooking the beautiful and private rear gardens
⢠An adjoining studio accessed from the deck which is suitable for many options including a home office, kids play room, parents retreat, spare bedroom, art studio, workshop or hobby room
Internal stairs lead to:
⢠The huge separate laundry plus second WC
⢠Two car tandem lock up garage, a rarity for living this close to the city, plus room for a third car!
⢠Workshop and vast storage areas, like you have probably never seen before
Additional practical features:
⢠6,000 litre rainwater tank for the gardens and vegie patch
⢠New timber fencing on both sides
⢠New roof and new power board
⢠Insulation to the ceilings
⢠BCC rates are $533 per quarter at the investment tier or less for an owner occupier
The street and neighbourhood are very family friendly and have a range of schools close by including being within the catchment for Brisbane State High. Shopping centres, transport options, parklands, iconic hotels (The Brew House, The Red Brick Hotel, Norman Hotel and The Morrison) and cafes (Shawtyâs Espresso and Penny Coffee Co in particular) are all within a very easy walk. Access to the South East bikeway is 80 metres away at the end of the street. Access points to the M3 north and south bound are both within 5 minutesâ drive.
The development of the Cross River rail and Gabba precinct will be another major boost for the area!
You are welcome to inspect during the open home time as advertised or if that is not convenient, please call Stuart Hesketh on 0412 779 998 to arrange an alternative time for your private viewing.