40 Fourteenth Street, Gawler South SA 5118

Set on an allotment of approximately 761 sqm is this renovated 2 bedroom period colonial cottage circa and 1890's. This home boasts character and all the charm of yester year with a touch of modernism thrown into the mix, this creates the perfect setting for one who is looking to down size or simply start out.

Positioned near the heart of Gawler where all the amenities are ready and available plus located on a wide street that oozes appeal and charm. This home is a timely reminder of how houses should be built, with quality awnings throughout, period skirtings, periods light fittings and switches plus exquisite windows, frames and doors that have been stained to enhance their natural beauty. Decorative ceilings are enhanced by the neutral colour scheme plus there are 2 open fire places and 2 reverse cycle-split system air conditioners that take care of one's creature comfort.

Upon entry you are greeted by a rambling cottage garden that sets the tone for your adventure ahead. Triple lock security doors front and rear make way to beautiful period front and back doors; above the front door is an exquisite lead light window. This opens up into the lounge that has been lavished with new carpet and high ceilings plus the open fires that has been dressed to impress with a beautiful mantel piece.

The master bedroom again features new carpet and is large in nature and looks out onto the rambling front garden. Bedroom 2 is also carpeted and large but has a unique window with a patterned design.

The sizeable dine boasts the 2nd open fire place with another brilliant mantel piece that is a work of art on its own. A skylight gives warmth and light to the inner sanctum of the abode, plus slate flooring catches its essence and another lead light window. The old external window is now an internal window that is stained and doubles as a servery into the kitchen making entertaining a breeze.

The new sizable electric kitchen also features the original meters No 1 Oven as a bonus; so if you would want to cut down on one's power bill this is a welcomed inclusion; plus it's further enhanced by self-closing draws, and many cupboards, and overhead cupboards, plus slate flooring.

The renovated tiled bathroom is extremely large in nature with a free standing claw footed bath tub that will give much enjoyment and would accommodate many luxurious soakings. The added bonus if need be is it would be easy to manoeuvre a wheel chair around in such a vast space. The shower is separate from the bath and the thoughtful owner has installed a period fowler duel flush toilet and a period vanity that just delivers you back in time but with all the creature comforts of today plus there is more lead light windows to give ambiance.

The inclusion of a gabled steel carpet that is double length in design and has high clearance and will allow for storage of a caravan or boat plus car with ease and it's further enhanced with an electric roller door. There still is room for another car off Street Park out the front if need be. The rear verandah also features paving, so entertaining under cover is sorted plus there is a tremendous grass area that will keep the children and/or dog entertained for hours in safety. The external laundry is massive and could easily double as extra storage space, plus it has power and lights.

The single car steel garage has concrete and power plus the section towards the front of this area has been lavished with 2 separate glass sliding doors that would lend itself to be lined and utilized as an extra room (stcc) or simply returned to a 2 car garage.

This home still allows room for its new owner to add their stamp and finishing touches if desired but on offer is a well presented and character filled cottage that combines the new and old in a practical and affordable way.

So to view your next home please call Andy White on 0413 949 493