Ray White Mt Gambier are delighted to present 89 Bay Road, Mount Gambier - a property like no other.
Every so often, a piece of real estate appears on the market and instantly changes the game and alters perceptions, making the whole process of buying a home enjoyable. You can sense it - something great - something truly exciting.
89 Bay Road is one such property, not least because of its stately history, a history inextricably linked to the people of this area, but also the magical quality that comes from within. Life, quite literally, began here back in 1907 when it was first utilised as a maternity hospital, and since then many lives have passed through its rooms, just as the current owner's who have pristinely and meticulously renovated it to the impressive designed home it now is. All that's left to add is a new family to call it theirs.
You need only set eyes upon the double stone dolomite exterior to fall in love. Its fairy-tale like charm and presence is captivating with its location being significantly enticing in its own right, making the two tantalising elements for the home owner or investor to desire.
This property sits atop Bay Road, reaching toward the Blue Lake whilst keeping watch over the town from it's elevated position and enables an easy commute for work, schools, retail shopping and of course the many coffee shops.
A tall walled white stone fence gives the home the privacy your family desires and the picket gate opens to its own secret garden before revealing the house.
The original doorbell and exterior lamp remain and with the original front door surrounded by the original pretty leadlight it is protected by the addition of a double glazed glass door which allows sunlight to pour in and down the long hallway adding warmth and light throughout.
Upon entering you are immersed in a wide 14ft. high ceiling hallway with high skirting boards, large cornice and ceiling roses.
To your left is a room with bay windows which could serve as bedroom or front sitting room and is adorned with chandelier, marble fireplace and has a feeling of serenity which is indicative of the calm you will feel as you discover the house room by room yourself.
A large master bedroom is distinguished by another fireplace and huge dressing room meeting the stylish and functional ensuite.
Next, you will discover a formal yet welcoming sitting room that must be seen to be believed. Another marble fireplace sitting strikingly in the room and original fretwork highlighting another bay window area providing a relaxing reading/meditating nook leading out to the return verandah and garden.
Notice the original Baltic flooring as you progress into the third of five possible bedrooms and be assured there is Baltic flooring awaiting transformation to their original beauty under the carpet in many of the rooms - should the new owners desire.
The family bathroom displays yet more style and design features with wide central shower unit and roll top bath.
The homes final double bedroom continues to impress with functional storage while the smallest of the possible bedrooms could be used as a nursery or study with a wall of storage and an open airy disposition.
Make your way through to the traditional English snug and you've found yet another space to relax and enjoy time however you would like, curled up with a good book and glass of wine, or nestled in for the evening with good friends and conversation.
Underneath, with access from the snug, is the large cellar perfect for storing all that wine.
You may need to look twice at the sheer enormity and beauty of this functional and faultless kitchen.
A modern design with very large island blends with all the character features continued and this renovation is a testament to the owners who have considered how to make this kitchen dining area enjoyable for family and entertaining. With the gas floor heating, which is throughout the home, and the nearly ceiling height extra wide double glass doors it all contributes to enjoyable living with warmth and sunlight year round in abundance.
From the dining area those double doors open to a 5m x 5m Cedar wood private balcony which would comfortably accommodate the whole family and all your friends.
From the balcony you look down over the gorgeous lawn to a sunken fire pit to one side and raised deck away from the hustle for that quiet peaceful moment to be appreciated.
A tool shed, raised garden beds, double garage and electric gateway complete the low maintenance garden areas which are complimented by the newly painted exterior of the home. There is ample parking within the fully secure property itself.
If perfect is what you're looking for, this stunning, character filled home is the answer. Act now and book your private viewing by appointment only. Experience a home that's made many people very happy for years and promises to keep that tradition going.RLA291953
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