When the owners of this classic colonial moved to Fig Tree Pocket 16 years ago, they couldn’t find another house they loved as much as their own. so they picked up their Corinda Queenslander and brought it with them.

Such is the charm of this warm and welcoming home that it has only changed hands three times in close to 100 years.

Framed by a lush Jacaranda with idyllic rural views, creamy colours and a wide open verandah are just the beginning of a journey which steps you back in time with chic period features, while contemporary luxuries and a blue-chip location make its future equally appealing.

Inside, discover:

* Soaring ceilings and leadlight windows;
* French doors leading out to the 10-foot wide entertainer’s verandah with fan for alfresco comfort;
* Breezes rolling up from the river offering cross-ventilation, along with air-conditioning and ceiling fans;
* VJ walls and picture rails;
* Open fireplaces with cedar surrounds; and a
* Large leafy block.

Upstairs are two light-filled lounge rooms — one a breezy ‘summer’ area, the other complete with a cosy fireplace and window seat to store board games, books or toys.

Three bedrooms and a sleep-out have changed and grown with families over the years — children’s rooms have become TV zones and piano parlours; even the laundry once served as a tack room for horse riding equipment, with acres of equestrian facilities just a trot across the street.

Serviced by a central bathroom with double vanity, there is also a large kitchen with timber benchtops, family-sized dining space, polished floorboards, a big pantry to stock up on summer party supplies and a modern gas oven.

Slip through the French doors, enjoy breakfast on the deck, watch for wallabies and listen to the birdsongs that make this suburb a nature-lover’s paradise.

Downstairs, you could work from home, teens can have some space from Mum and Dad, older relatives can enjoy their twilight years in comfort or why not earn some extra cash by renting it out. the versatile, self-contained space includes a large lounge, kitchen, modern bathroom, study and bedroom with walk-in robe, all enjoying the ventilation of cedar shutters, security and privacy.

French doors lead to another covered outdoor area and there is handy access to the double garage with ample storage space and separate lockable tool shed.

And then there are the other benefits of living in Fig Tree Pocket.

Stretch your legs by the river, jog with the dog along cross country tracks, keep your horse agisted, walk the kids to school or grab a cuppa at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.

Pressing overseas business commitments mean the time has come for a new chapter in this charming home’s life.picture yourself in it? Call John Bradley, 1300 200 100.

A copy of the Sustainability Declaration is held by the AGENCY.