Proudly retaining its ''Art Deco'' style, this beautiful California Bungalow, built in 1937 was enlarged in 2007 to accommodate the needs of a growing family, with a sensitive extension that blends the old with the new.
California Bungalows have an enduring style, with their gabled roofs, open floor plan, timber floors, windows and doors that include the decorative Arts and Crafts design of that period which incorporate picture rails, high ornate ceilings, casement windows,French doors and stained glass.
Located in the sought after suburb of Corinda, in the tightly held 'highside' area, the home at 16 Grace Street, is set on an 810m2 elevated block, close to St Aidan's Girls School, Corinda Primary Schools (public and private), and Corinda State High School and only minutes from cafe's, restaurants, shops and in walking distance to Corinda train station, the main train line to the CBD.
This green leafy suburb offers plenty of wide open spaces, bike tracks, river walk and play grounds.
Framing the front exterior of the property is a magnificent Poinciana tree, amidst well established gardens.
The main entrance of the home is via the cool shady front verandah.
Wide French doors welcome you into the traditional lounge and dining rooms with many original features, including authentic light shades, ornate plaster ceilings and bevelled glass and timber cabinets. In winter this is the perfect room to snuggle into and enjoy the suns warmth filtering through the trees.
Also on this level is the family bathroom and three of the bedrooms. The main bedroom with ensuite,has built in and walk in robes. This room has large French doors that open out to the rear verandah and take in the leafy canopy and views to the east.
A modern kitchen connects to a large, bright family room, with gorgeous casement windows, that flow out, via timber bi-fold doors to the spacious Nth/East deck. Being elevated the view is lovely and the breezes wonderful.
Internal timber stairs take you down to the lower level and large rumpus room, kitchenette, separate study, large 4th bedroom, bathroom and laundry. The rumpus room spills out to the level rear garden. A large double garage occupies the right hand back corner,but there is plenty of room and easy access if you require a pool.
The home is air-conditioned, has good security, spacious dry under house storage, a large double carport, automatic gates and much more.
A true family home worth your consideration.
Property Code: 196
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