148 Dangar Street, Armidale NSW 2350

There can be little doubt that "Coco" is one of the most desirable, interesting and unique homes in Armidale. It was originally constructed as a companion building to "Kupunda", the former magnificent, late Victorian residence once owned by James Miller of Hillgrove?s Baker?s Creek Company mining fame. Today, the home continues to exude all the style and charm of what can only be described as a serious period property.

The home is set well back on a large, manicured site only one block from town. On arrival, the front porch provides a tantalising view of what lies within. Once in the foyer, the extent of the home?s period features are immediately obvious. Oregon and Hoop Pine joinery abounds including the spectacular and distinctive staircase. Either side of the foyer are sitting rooms, one is a larger formal space with a fireplace and the other a more intimate, cosy room with a wood burning heater. The master bedroom is located on this level as well and has direct access to a large, impressive bathroom.

The focal point of the home is a magnificent kitchen with adjoining dining area and adjacent family room with slow combustion fire. The roof forms an atrium which bathes the area in natural light which is both aesthetic and welcoming. There is direct access from the kitchen and dining area onto an extensive deck offering a myriad of entertaining options.

Upstairs, there a 3 further bedrooms and a gorgeous family bathroom with claw foot tub. One of the bedrooms is so lavish that it even has its own sitting area or studio complete with French doors opening into a private dressing room. This upper floor carries on the motif so brilliantly executed on the lower level.

The grounds are substantial and comprise some 2,366 m2 in area. There are many superb landscaping features including extensive terracing, hedging, lawns and a beautiful set of ornate wrought iron gates. There is a charming brick out-building that could be used as a workshop or garage plus an attached carport. Clearly, there is potential for further development or sub-division, subject to Council approval.

This magnificent period home will have instant appeal to those who have an appreciation of heritage architecture and eclectic interior design.