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The approach to Albemarle is identified by a stand of grand oak trees along Avenue Road and as one passes through the wrought iron gates one sees the house with its classical porch. The flat drive is lined with towering poplars and the garden evokes interest as nestling below the house is the folly and bridge which are surrounded by camellias, hydrangeas, agapanthus, tree ferns and pittosporum. This is all shaded by mature exotic trees which are dotted around the property. These help to keep the house cool in the summer and they provide a blaze of colour in the Autumn.
The interior of the house is enhanced by the 3 metre (10 feet) ceilings and exudes warmth and interest with its quality light fittings and drapes. The master bedroom has an ensuite facility and the elegant main bathroom has a black and white theme with heritage fittings. The second bedroom has a stunning view of the garden and the study could be used as a dining room or as a third bedroom. The latter has an open fireplace with a classical grate and chain spark protector. It also has a picture window overlooking the garden. The sitting room has a door leading into the conservatory which makes for ease of entertaining. The kitchen is stylish with its jarrah fittings and centre bench. It is equipped with European appliances. The conservatory overlooks the garden and whilst dining watching the birds such as rosellas, lorikeets, bronzewings and firetails is a source of pleasure. The conservatory has blinds for the roof; it is warmed by a Nectre slow combustion stove and has a slate floor.
Albemarle is situated in Stirling which is one of the most beautiful villages in South Australia. It has excellent facilities which include a trend setting library, excellent eateries which cater for most tastes, a modern hospital, a wide choice of doctors, dentists and vets, two supermarkets as well as small businesses and of course the sophisticated Stirling pub. For those who are community minded there are organisations to join. All of this is within a few minutes walking distance of Albemarle. It is also only a short drive to enjoy the rural scenery of the Adelaide Hills or you may prefer to follow the walking trails that abound in the area.
Features of Albemarle 40 Avenue Road Stirling
The property is on two titles.
Area of property 1647 sq m.
The house is built on stone foundations both internally and externally.
It has double-brick external walls and single-brick internal walls.
Jarrah floors throughout.
There is a spacious laundry adjacent to the back door and there is a toilet and basin adjacent to the laundry.
Underfloor heating and cooling.
Covered area over back door.
Spacious studio is lined and has 3 phase power to service machinery e.g. woodworking.
Two rainwater tanks are linked to domestic system.
Quality brass fittings on doors and windows. Locks on all windows.
Security system.
The building was completely rewired and replumbed in 1996.
Garage for one car/ Space for second car at front door
Mains sewerage is connected.