35 O'Donnell Street, Wavell Heights QLD 4012

Positioned on a large corner block in a desirable elevated pocket of Wavell Heights, this gracious heritage listed property is one of the area's oldest examples of classic Queensland architecture.

Faithfully maintained in traditional style, this quality character home has been updated to incorporate two levels housing four bedrooms, spacious open plan living areas upstairs and down, a modern kitchen, large- scale outdoor entertaining areas and a pool.

With a perfect northeast aspect, this historical Queenslander has been designed to capture ambient light and cool breezes from its raised position. Beautiful heritage elements have been retained throughout, with wraparound verandahs, soaring ceilings, ornate fretwork, polished timber floors, VJ walls and stained-glass windows providing true appeal for admirers of period architecture.

Lined with timber casement windows, the quality modern kitchen is bathed in morning light. The large, sun-lit space has timber benchtops, stainless steel appliances and services an adjoining breakfast area. Abundant with character, the stunning open plan formal living and dining rooms lead through French doors onto the sprawling wraparound verandah, making the most of the beautiful breezes and leafy surrounds. There are three large bedrooms on this level, two with substantial built-in wardrobes, while a large family bathroom has been recently updated in a classic contemporary style and features a freestanding bathtub.

This home is over 100 years old, and has been owned by leading Brisbane heritage architect, and is being offered for sale for the first time in 45 years.

Downstairs, a huge covered al fresco space and an adjoining patio provide an incredible entertaining space, perfectly positioned overlooking the pool and spa, and the meandering gardens and lawns beyond. The lower level has been built in to incorporate a fourth bedroom (just under 2400mm), a modern bathroom and a large additional living area ideal as a teenager's retreat, rumpus room or media room. A big multiuse space downstairs provides room for additional storage and would make a fantastic workshop or studio. A separate generous carport provides four-car accommodation plus storage.

This sought-after elevated enclave of Wavell Heights is a short walk to local parks and playgrounds, bus stops, excellent local schools and day care facilities. Conveniently accessible to hospitals, major arterials and transport interchanges, this location is also a short drive to Westfield Chermside.

A rare opportunityto secure a prime example of Queensland pre-war architecture, this heritage house is ready for new owners to embark on its next chapter in history.