14 Fotheringham Street, Taree NSW 2430

Welcome to Rivervale. A stunning, immaculately presented property boasting a stately 1920s Federation residence that you will be proud to call home, in addition to providing a multitude of opportunities with secondary self-contained accommodation adjoining the home, plus a freestanding shop/home office at the front of the property, located on the high side of Taree Wests most premier street.

Situated on a little over a quarter acre (1012sqm) block with low maintenance gardens, close to all town conveniences and only a short walk to the Manning River and approximately a 15 minute drive to the beach.

This captivating federation home exudes charm and character. The expansive front north-east facing verandah is the perfect place to sit and enjoy the cool river breezes that flow through the home.

Enter the home and be delighted by its many ornate characteristics of the classy Edwardian period. The Grande entry foyer is adorned with impressive red cedar fretwork and wall panelling. The period features continue throughout the home with hardwood floors, high ceilings with period chandeliers and stunning decorative ceilings and cornices that display an individual peace of beautiful artwork in every room.

The enchanting features flow through to the impressive airconditioned living area featuring French doors and a cosy brick fireplace enhanced with a striking, carved red cedar mantel piece.

Through the rear set of French doors, discover a private second living space providing the perfect place to sit and enjoy a cup of tea and your favourite book, overlooking your stunning outdoor entertaining area and inground pool. Push back the stacker doors and create an expansive flowing indoor/outdoor entertaining space.

Your outdoor room features a kitchenette with drinks fridge and built-in BBQ, ceiling fans, heat strips and zip track blinds to make you comfortable in all seasons. A perfect place to kick back and relax, watch a game on tele or entertain friends and family while enjoying a dip in your mineral pool complete with heat pump so you can enjoy swimming all year round.

Don’t worry about the power bills, the 10.4KW Solar system plus solar hot water will take care of that for you.

The rear yard has been beautifully landscaped with sandstone rock and provides an easy care, level lawn that is spacious enough to kick a ball around.

There are three large bedrooms in the main part of the residence, the master is complete with built-in robe and air conditioning. Bedroom two also has its own air conditioning.

The home has undergone recent quality renovations sympathetic to the era of the home and has included new exterior painting, a brand new country kitchen and new federation style bathroom, covered and screened outdoor entertaining area, 12m x 4m mineral pool with heat pump, three new reverse-cycle air-conditioners and a 10.4Kw solar system.

The Country kitchen with shaker style cabinetry is both stylish and practical by design. Providing good storage space with a spacious walk-in pantry with wine rack. Practical workbench space, quality appliances and dishwasher complete the design.

A new federation style bathroom is very spacious, featuring a beautiful claw foot bath, federation style toilet, a large vanity and large walk-in shower.

There are 2 undercover car spaces with a single lock-up garage and carport plus room for multiple vehicles to be parked on the driveway, off street. The property has a garden shed and Fruit trees complete the beautifully maintained grounds.

In addition, under the main roof, with its own separate entrance on the front veranda, is self-contained studio accommodation with a kitchenette, sitting area, double bedroom, and complete bathroom. This space is ideal for the extended family or could be rented out or ideal for a BnB.
Another valuable extra is the separate shop/office situated at the front of the property. This has previously been home to a General store in days long past, more recently a Florist and Professional home office, the perfect setup for a home business. This building has water connected and has its own electricity meter.

Homes of this era and calibre, with its sought after, dress circle location of Taree West are becoming like hens teeth to find, so please dont hesitate in calling Vicki Walker today on 0400 253 485 to arrange your viewing of this magnificent property