Prestigious Popes Road is the location of this fully renovated traditional Queensland (Circa 1898). This landmark house was originally situated on Reef Street and is well known to locals as the Surface Hill Uniting Church Ministers House. Occupied for decades housing local identities (as well as being used for storage for the Freemasons Hotel what a story this house could tell!); the house was moved to its present location in 1988, in the process acquiring a new roof and wiring. The current owners bought the house in 1993 and have done major renovations to make it one of the most sought after properties in Gympie.
A must see, the house is fully renovated with no work to do! Positioned in a perfect location, close to high and primary schools, walking distance to local shops and service station, minutes from the hospital, school and city bus routes and a walk to Mary Street; this house boasts many extras. Perfect as a family home, the house sits on a 1696m2 block, with terraced yards and landscaped low maintenance yard. A cubby house and playground makes it a child friendly place with natural bush in the rear a secret garden for the kids, with plenty of choices for a tree house.
The house is recently painted and very well maintained and has four bedrooms and two recently renovated bathrooms. Set on 2 levels with easy access to downstairs via an internal polished staircase, the upstairs floor boasts three spacious carpeted bedrooms; two with sleep-outs (both currently used as studies). Three of the bedrooms have built-in wardrobes. Light and airy with lots of windows and 12 foot ceilings, the lounge/dining room is open plan with polished floors. Original horizontal VJ timbers line the walls which are tastefully decorated and features traditional fretwork. The upstairs bathroom (which is recently renovated) has floor to ceiling cupboards, a shower over the bath, pedestal basin and tiled floor and a separate toilet. The kitchen is fully renovated (2006) and features a silky oak display cupboard, plenty of cupboard space with large sliding drawers in a 2-pack finish, European appliances and built in fridge space. The kitchen overlooks the back deck with easy access for serving meals. The covered and insulated deck is prefect summer afternoon entertaining, and has a view over the natural bush of the backyard.
Downstairs is the new extension of the house, recently completed to boast a private parents retreat, with a large bedroom with built-ins, another large lounge room, separated shower and toilet (which also contains the internal laundry). The airy bedroom looks out over a second entertaining area, which is perfect for the adults wishing to have quiet time away from the kids. Peace and quiet is ensured as the walls and ceilings are fully insulated to reduce upstairs noise. Surround sound wiring is installed to allow you to connect up your system with ease.
Storage is a breeze in this house. Unlike traditional Queenslanders, the owners have ensured there is surplus storage both up stairs and down in both bathrooms. The downstairs area can be locked from the upstairs which allows it to be the perfect area should you wish to rent it out separately; having its own access.
Under the house is another storage area with clean storage and room for tools, camping gear and outdoor gardening equipment. One wall is fully lined with shelves so no items need to be placed on the concrete floor. This area is fully secure with slatted walls and gate.
This house is a gem in the Gympie housing market. Fully renovated you have nothing to do but sit back and enjoy all the hard work that has been done. Cool in winter, warm in summer, this is Queensland living at its best. Brilliant for the family who wants a relaxed lifestyle, in a secure and friendly neighbourhood. This property is hard to beat! Come and inspect this prestigious property before it is sold!
The sustainability declaration for this property can be obtained by contacting the agent.