Set on a large block of some 857 sqm, this gorgeous character home (circa 1900) is spacious and ideal for a growing family.Set behind a picket fence one of the first things you'll notice is the stunning & colorful gardens at the front of the home. The nice wide block features beautifully maintained gardens at the front and rear, a veggie plot, and an immaculate lawned area. This lawned area is ideal for children to run and play, with enough room for a game of cricket if you wish, kick a football, or even have another entertaining area.Standing proud on the block, this character laden sandstone and brick fronted home blends old world charm with the comfort required by buyers of today. There's a bullnose veranda at the front and ample car parking under the easy access carport which features an automatic roller door. Given it's on such a wide block, there's ample room for trailers or a caravan or boat if need be. Entering the front of the home you'll find a long central hall with archway, with the bedrooms off that. Huge rooms and soaring ceilings are a feature.The floorplan is flexible and is currently set up as 3 big bedrooms, a formal lounge (which could easily be a 4th bedroom if needed) This lounge room, complete with purpose built cupboards, is ideal for you to enjoy a quiet read, away from the chaos of activities in the family room. The extra-large family/dining room extension has a slow combustion heater for winter warmth, and a split system reverse cycle air conditioning unit. These provide year-round comfort for you and your family and this large room overlooks the gorgeous gardens at the side of the home. There's ample storage in the family room.Want to work from home? There's a detached office which would be perfect. Or this could be a teenager's retreat, youngster's playroom, studio or even another bedroom if need be.The rustic timber kitchen features a gas stove and an original wood stove, with ample cupboard space. Adjacent the kitchen is a 'nook' or even an informal meals area if you want. Whilst the kitchen is perfectly adequate, there's an opportunity for you to update the kitchen if you wish. The bathroom is huge and has a bath and toilet. There's another toilet off the family room. The home is rich in character - gorgeous leadlight glass in abundance, high skirtings, high ceilings, polished timber floors, (most likely huon pine) and open fireplaces which are believed to be in working order. Outside there is a purpose-built workshop, a garden shed for storage of tools and a woodshed. The attractive corrugated iron exterior of these sheds blends in nicely with the character of the home.There's another outdoor living area, this being a good-sized pergola. This overlooks a garden full of color, and there's gas mains available for you to attach your barbeque. Brilliant family home aside, the family-friendly location sells itself; minutes to the QEH, zoned Woodville Primary and High Schools, St Clair Shopping hub which has Coles, Bakers Delight and an Amcal Chemist, café's and Ace of Fades Barber shop. It's only some 9kms to the city. There's public transport handy in the form of buses on Port Road and the nearby Cheltenham train station for easy access to the city, Semaphore or Port Adelaide. It's close to Alberton Oval should you want to enjoy a meal in the bistro or a drink. This big and comfortable family home is ideal to move in and enjoy as is, with the opportunity of putting your own stamp on it down the track.Title: Torrens titledYear built: c1900Land size: 857sqm (approx)Site dimensions: TBCCouncil: City of Charles SturtCouncil rates: TBCESL: TBCSA Water & Sewer supply: TBCAll information provided including, but not limited to, the property's land size, floorplan, floor size, building age and general property description has been obtained from sources deemed reliable. However, the agent and the vendor cannot guarantee the information is accurate and the agent, and the vendor, does not accept any liability for any errors or oversights. Interested parties should make their own independent enquiries and obtain their own advice regarding the property. Should this property be scheduled for Auction, the Vendor's Statement will be available for perusal by members of the public 3 business days prior to the Auction at the offices of LJ Hooker Mile End at 206a Henley Beach Road, Torrensville and for 30 minutes prior to the Auction at the place which the Auction will be conducted. RLA 242629
