This original 1920's double fronted working man cottage has an abundance of charm and personality that is hard to replicate in the new builds of today. The character weatherboard offers all the period features you would expect; a welcoming verandah, leadlight features, original curved door jams, 10 foot panelled ceilings and walls, picture rails, sash windows and baltic pine floors.
Whilst the home looks modest in size from the front, once inside you'll be amazed at the expanse of accommodation that stretches before you. There are dual living zones; a cosy lounge with an open fireplace takes pride of place at the front of the home, whilst a sizeable family room caters for larger groups at the rear. There are 4 spacious bedrooms downstairs and these are serviced by an updated central bathroom with an oversized shower and a traditional pedestal basin. There is an open storage room at the back of the home; the timber from the original back verandah was recycled to create an amazing storage facility with beautiful finishes, a second toilet and a functional laundry space with a basket cavity. Without doubt, the hub of the residence is the inviting kitchen and dining zone. With a timber lined ceiling, walk in pantry, a central island bench with clever tuck away stools and white timber cabinets with bench tops that were constructed from the wood of an old verandah in Toorak, you'll love spending time here. The dining room is adjoining and exudes warmth and further charm with its open fireplace and rich timber mantle. The 5th and final bedroom is the master with parents retreat and it will surprise and delight you.
Enjoying a traditional loft feel, the expansive space boasts classic dormer windows, a white washed timber ceiling allowing the character of the timber to shine through, timber floors, double French doors to a private balcony as well as a large sitting area that could also house a study/office space. The recently updated en-suite offers full tiling, a wall hung vanity and a double shower whilst the walk in robe offers clever pull out shelving sections that allow access to an abundance of roofline storage. If the inside area is a cake, then the outside is certainly the icing on top. Beautiful established gardens will draw you outside and the 8 person sunken spa under a romantic gazebo will keep you there. The undercover verandah offers lovely vistas and a single lock up garage with a workshop space, lockable cabinets/bench space plus hot running water ensure all needs are catered for. Offering many extras such as gas ducted heating, split system air-conditioning, a water tank with a pump, a lock up shed and a hidden chook pen.
In a highly desirable location amongst other quality homes, you are walking distance to Mitcham/Heatherdale Station, Mitcham Shopping centre for an array of shops, restaurants and supermarket plus Halliday Park and schools. Close proximity to Eastland, parklands, walking trails and Eastlink. Will you be the one organising the 100th birthday party for this history rich home?
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