74 Mann Street, Armidale NSW 2350

74 Mann Street was built in the era when things were made to last. She is a very sturdy 3 bedroom weatherboard home with wide skirting boards, high ceilings and polished timber floorboards.

The property is located in a central-east position close to public and private schools and close to a good neighbourhood convenience store.

The home has a favourable northerly aspect which adds to the warmth and light received into the house. A shady verandah wraps the house on the north and east sides providing a great place to relax in sunshine or in rain.

The kitchen still features the brickwork of the original open fireplace which now houses a wood fire stove. A past renovation has equipped the home with a functional country-look timber kitchen including an electric stove and additional cupboard space.

The front living area is the greatest beneficiary of the homes sunny northerly aspect. An old open fireplace remains in-tact with its large wooden mantle. However the space is now occupied by a more functional combustion wood heater.

A long hallway neatly divides the house from the front door to the back door creating a breezeway for efficient airflow. The mid-point of the hall still carries its original decorative timber fretwork.

The home sits on a big 971 sqm block that has no doubt witnessed many a spirited game of backyard cricket over the years. The high front fence would certainly make a perfect wicket. The doors of the detached single garage most likely played a vital role in these lively neighbourhood matches.

74 Mann Street has stood the test of time. She does show some signs of her age (smile lines and bit of grey hair) but that is to be expected after four generations of commendable service. She will make a satisfying project for anyone with a bit of creativity and practicality.