SOLD By Lukas Syer-Sailor
Originally built in c1900, this once a quintessential Queenslander brims with the traditional features and timeless charm we all know to love. Situated in a sought-after location this home is perfect for a large family or savvy investor, wanting the best of both worlds. The iconic Queenslander style is on full display here, with its classic tongue and groove walls, detailed fretwork, original plantation shutters and enclosed sleep-outs. Inside, you'll find a light and airy atmosphere with high ceilings, polished hardwood floors, and plenty of natural light. Generous in size, the home is split over two levels and can be utilised as two separate units with individual metering.
Resting comfortably on a well-appointed 1,012sqm allotment and framed with lush, tropical landscaping, a 16-metre lap pool and both side and rear lane access, an opportunity like this and in this location doesn't come to market often.
Exuding all the warmth from the moment you set eyes on the home, with its elegant butterfly staircase leading you up to the enclosed veranda. Lined with the traditional plantation shutters and polish timber floor boards making this the perfect pace to relax and unwind while encapsulating the beautiful sea breezes living in South Townsville bestows. Down the grand hallway, you will find four great sized bedrooms, all featuring split-system air-conditioning and polished timber floorboards. The practical bathroom provides a walk-in shower, toilet and bathroom practical bathroom sink. The upper level also enjoys a full kitchen that features contemporary, gloss white cabinetry with timber bench tops and stain -steel appliances including an electric oven/stovetop, range-hood and dishwasher.
Greeting you into the lower level is the entry foyer that flows through the charming French doors and into the expansive main living space - enjoying high ceilings, detailed wainscoting, stained glass windows and plenty of natural light. Hugging the living space is three generous bedrooms, all providing tiled flooring and air-conditioning, keeping the family cool all year round. Leading from the living space is the second full kitchen with ample bench space, a full pantry and featuring the same contemporary, gloss white cabinetry with timber bench tops an electric oven/stovetop and dishwasher. The downstairs bathroom boasts a stunning timber chest, tastefully converted into a bathroom vanity with lots of storage and combined with a mirrored wall cabinet to match. This bathroom also provides shower over tub and toilet.
The rear of them home hosts a carport, lockable storage room plus, a second large room that makes for a wonderful studio with power and plumbing already connected. This space features a stand-alone bath tub with overhead shower with an additional toilet. Following the pathway lined with gorgeous white Spider Lilies down to the highlight of this home. Wrapping the width of the block is an impressive 16-metre lap pool, lined with a stunning deep emerald green tile. Combined with shady palm trees and an adjacent pool cabana, makes it the perfect place to escape the North Queensland heat.
Enjoy ease of access to some of the local hotspots like the family friendly Commonwealth Hotel, the food and entertainment precinct of Palmer Street, Flinders Street and Queensland Country Bank Stadium. If you're after a more relaxed afternoon, with a short walk to the South Townsville recreation area, where you will find the boat ramp, playground and open spaces for the kids to run wild plus BBQ facilities and multiple ramps and jetties to fish off.
A property of this scale doesn't come to market often and it's truly one that needs to be seen to be appreciated. Don't miss this opportunity, contact Lukas Syer-Sailor today to arrange your very own private inspection.
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