Set back from the road, 18 Balmain Terrace is more than meets the eye. Only 2.5km from the Brisbane CBD, once you enter the front gate you will be pleasantly surprised by the peaceful haven the owners have created. Freshly renovated with spacious proportions, all you can hear once you’re inside this hidden inner-city gem is the sound of birds.

Features include:

* Thoughtfully redesigned and renovated by architect owners and immaculately presented to the market
* Sweeping 180-degree views over Paddington and beyond from the rear covered entertaining deck
* Large living spaces and beautiful outdoor areas lends this home to easy entertaining;
* Walking distance to the Brisbane CBD but feels a world away due to the private position

Entering through the private and tropically landscaped front porch into the central hallway, you will notice immediately the polished original timber floorboards, soaring ceilings, and character features which have been maintained from the original worker’s cottage. Three generously proportioned bedrooms are available on the upper level, two of which offer built-in storage. A beautifully renovated main bathroom services these bedrooms with a separate shower and bath, perfect for younger family members.

At the back of the home, you will find an open plan living and dining area which flows seamlessly to the outdoor entertaining space through bi-fold timber doors. You are sure to spend many evenings on the rear deck, appreciating the wide panorama of local views and stunning sunsets. The seamless integration between internal and external space ensures hosting will be a pleasure, no matter the season. Catering for family and friends is made simple in the centrally located kitchen with stone benchtops, dishwasher, and ILVE gas cooktop plus oven.

Continuing downstairs, you will appreciate the small details that have been considered in this home; a built-in bookshelf lines the walls of the downstairs hallway, and polished concrete floors evoke a modern feel. A second living area with generous bank of louvered windows and ceiling fans is the perfect place to relax in privacy, away from the rest of the family. The sanctum of this inner-city retreat is the master suite; at the end of the day, you will look forward to relaxing in the king-sized bedroom adjoined by a spacious ensuite with deep, standalone bath.

Professional couples will love the straightforward commute to the Brisbane CBD, allowing more time in the evenings to pursue your hobbies and interests. Families will appreciate being within the Petrie Terrace State School and Kelvin Grove State College catchment areas, with the private schools of Ashgrove or Brisbane City a short trip away. Paddington’s caf precinct, Suncorp Stadium, and the renovated Red Hill Skate Arena are just a short walk away.

Additional features:

* 5 zone reverse cycle ducted air-conditioning and ceiling fans throughout
* Fully insulated roof space with whirlybird ventilators
* Over 5kW Solar Panels, solar HWS, 5,000L water tank plumbed to WCs
* CrimSafe on majority of windows including the front and rear doors
* Generous storage
* Two off-street parking spaces (one undercover) and three on-street parking spaces at
the front of the home
* The fenced 506m2 block has the potential for you to construct a pool at the rear of
the block