This beautifully restored property sits on 911m2 of tranquil tropical gardens, which overlook an equally inviting below ground salt-water pool.
The dwelling consists of timber hardwood frames and lowset stumps. With the external covered in tough, durable vinyl cladding. This type of cladding improves insulation and saves the cost of ongoing, regular maintenance, with thick foam backing, it reduces temperature changes and helps cut your energy bills. With additional ceiling insulation installed.
The internal property repainted in crisp clean neutral colours, recarpeted and vinyl floors throughout. The entrance leads though into a study and second bedroom with built-in robes. Then step into a formal lounge consisting of high ceilings and reverse cycle air-conditioning which leads onto the dining area that overlooks the rear veranda. The main bedroom is air-conditioned with a large built-in robe. The large kitchen is equipped with modern benches and plenty of storage cupboards. Bathroom/Laundry includes a near new modern bath which rests on the traditional claw feet. A separate shower, vanity and laundry facilities are also in this area. Off the bathroom is a separate toilet. The window furnishings have Holland Blinds and Curtains throughout.
The rear deck covered with bistro blinds overlooks a beautiful garden, swimming pool and 7x6m colour-bond converted shed. The 7x6m shed has been fully lined, painted and air-conditioned, currently used as a hobby room and additional accommodation. Attached to the house is a single garage with two roller doors. The yard has two access gates leaving ample room for a caravan.
The 7m saltwater pool with spa, landscaped with beautiful tropical gardens and river rock, with an additional paved area to sit and relax by the pool. A workshop with 2x double door access and an additional storage shed are also in this space.
Howard conveniently located only 20 minutes along the highway to Maryborough, and around 25 minutes to Hervey Bay. Both Hervey Bay and Maryborough are bustling regional cities, with Hervey Bay’s Stockland Centre currently undergoing expansion to increase your shopping opportunities.
You have the choice of two public schools. Howard State School is a small and friendly rural school with approximately 170 students from prep to year 7. Torbanlea State School, which earned the honour of being named 2013 Education Provider of the Year for the Fraser Coast, is a 5min drive.
There is currently a severe lack of available rental properties in Howard, and this would prove to be a profitable opportunity for the savvy investor.
Howard, home to the Burrum Coal Discovery Festival which, in its year of inception, was a finalist in the 2013 Regional Tourism Events Awards. Howard provides many of the services you would require; with 2 small supermarkets, caf, take away shop, pub, butcher, baker, doctor, chemist, post office, hair dresser, and the famous Van Cooten’s Drapery, just to name a few.