15 John Street, Ashfield NSW 2131

Lifestyle - A grand character residence of the highest appeal, 'Taruna', built c1885, is arguably one of Ashfield's finest examples of Victorian Italianate architecture on an imposing scale. Proudly resting over a 552sqm (approx.) beautifully landscaped parcel of land on the high side of a quiet street, buyers looking for a family home of extraordinary space and generous proportions are sure to be impressed. Conveniently located, it's on the cusp of both Haberfield and Summer Hill and close to a host of top schools including Trinity and PLC. It enjoys close proximity to CBD transport via Ashfield village and train station as well seamless access to Parramatta Road.

Accommodation - Stately formal lounge and dining rooms with twin, original marble fireplaces and a magnificent entry hallway set the tone for the entire home and are immediately welcoming. A secondary, casual family room adds an element of versatility to the downstairs floorplan and gazes out through French glass doors to the entertainers courtyard. A contemporary marble kitchen with stainless steel gas appliances complements the renovated downstairs bathroom and completes the incredibly functional lay-out. Upstairs offers an enormous master bed with full length verandah and district views as well as three more, genuine double bedrooms, a spacious family bathroom and another living space or potential 5th bedroom.

Features - Immaculately presented, the home is a gracious reminder of its Victorian-era heritage, spectacularly revived to create the perfect family environment. High ceilings, floorboards, an Australian cedar staircase and intricate wrought iron lacework all add to its charm. Additional features include a carport and further off-street parking for a number of cars, North-to-rear aspect, landscaped courtyard, internal laundry, gas heating, ample storage through-out and a separate, downstairs W.C.