Steeped in history and exuding unparalleled charm, this grand and spacious property must be seen to be believed. Once situated on the highest block in Strathalbyn and home of two past Strathalbyn Mayors, this lovely circa 1920?s stone home offers a welcome respite to the everyday chaos of city life.
The entrance of the home offers the first glimpse of the delights to follow, with a striking wrought iron door inviting access to the formal foyer and beyond. 12 foot high ceilings, dappled light, rendered archways and wide passageways are just a few of the charming features of this unique property. The main and second bedrooms are extraordinarily spacious and the third, although slightly smaller, is bright and enchanting. The living area features a slow combustion heater that warms the entire living space on those chilly winter nights, as well as a unique feature wall of arched dormer windows and a recessed feature mantle. This flows into a functional dining area, both of which are graced with bright window seat areas. Between the kitchen and the dining areas is a heritage style butler?s pantry that also houses the entrance to the underground cellar. The kitchen has been recently renovated and is expansive and bright. With a double Falcon oven and Miele dishwasher, this old stone home has been smoothly integrated into the modern era. From here you move into the Family room, which is another more recent addition to the home. There is a segregated area that functions easily as a laundry with its own access to the outdoor pergola area. The family room features double glass doors as well as a large picture window, offering light and many entertainment options. There is also another toilet hidden at the rear of this extension. The bathroom is aged, but functional, with quite a few delightful features ? including unique tap ware, a deep bath, shower piping and saloon style shower doors.
The expansive yard of 1757m2 is an entertainer?s delight, with beautifully landscaped gardens that feature a number of seating nooks and play areas for children. There is a sheltered fire pit area for those clear spring nights that simply beckon to be shared with a glass of red wine and an enclosed patio that offers an extra outdoor entertaining area from the family room at the rear of the house. The back yard also features a double garage, garden shed, 3 enormous rain water tanks, a cubby house and sandpit, numerous established fruit trees and a vegetable garden. If this isn?t enough, the garden and lawn are low maintenance, serviced by a modern watering system.
Other fabulous features this unique home has to offer are its 10 kilowatt solar system, 3 phase power outlet in the rear shed, sub surface irrigation and its walking access to local shopping and schools. Although ready for its new owners to move into and live comfortably, this home also has enormous opportunity for a savvy renovator to add elements of their own personality. With only a 45-minute commute to the city, this could just be the rural retreat you have been looking for.
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