Set on a generous 917m² allotment with the rare advantage of rear laneway access, this enchanting Edwardian home is a superb expression of space, character, and enduring style. Framed by mature trees and a high picket fence, the property creates a private oasis of calm just moments from Ballarat's finest amenities. Rich in period charm and thoughtfully enhanced for contemporary living, the home offers four generous bedrooms and three well-appointed bathrooms, delivering comfort and flexibility for families at every stage. The layout unfolds across multiple living zones, each filled with natural light and a sense of warmth and proportion. A formal dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining, while adjoining living spaces invite relaxed everyday living, centred around a wood heater that adds both ambience and comfort. French doors open to the outdoor entertaining area, creating a seamless connection to the established gardens beyond. A separate lounge offers the option to retreat or entertain with privacy when desired. The kitchen sits at the heart of the home, complemented by a casual meals area and family room. Year-round comfort is assured with gas central heating, a gas log fire, and multiple split systems. Adding further versatility, the upper-level loft provides a flexible space ideal as an additional bedroom, home office, retreat, or creative studio, supported by excellent storage. At the rear of the property, a large separate studio enhances the home's appeal for remote professionals, home-based enterprises, or guest accommodation. Outdoors, the north-facing garden is a true sanctuary. Beautifully established with productive vegetable beds, a tranquil feature pond, and sun-drenched paved areas, it offers both privacy and serenity. With rear laneway access, a double carport, a single lock-up garage, and generous off-street parking, the property also presents exciting potential to extend or further develop subject to council approval. Perfectly positioned within walking distance of Lake Wendouree, Victoria Park, leading private schools, Ballarat Base Hospital, and the CBD, this is a rare opportunity to secure a truly distinguished home in a blue-chip central location. Character-filled, enchanting, and timeless-this is Edwardian living at its finest.
