Opportunity to secure a huge block on two titles in excess of 1800sqm. A substantial 1961 home, built to last, it's well maintained with a classic feel. The style is a fusion of an extensive ranch and country lodge. Built across its 39.6m (approx) wide frontage, to Upper Sturt Road and opposite Belair National Park, it is a prominent location. Set well back from the road with a grand circular drive, giving even a convoy of vehicles, a large turning circle for ease of access and an expansive feel. This offers potential for just so many options STCC.Consider the ability to retain the homestead and develop to the rear STCC. There's a great start already with quality, side driveway access, recently installed. Regenerate the existing home to create a huge contemporary estate, demolish and build a dream home with wide open spaces and nature all around or bowl it over, subdivide or even create a couple of Display homes or possibly three? STCC. What an idyllic location and desirable position. Coming to the market for the first time after nearly 60 years in the one family, it's quality and has been a much loved home.The original era of low profile roofing has been reconfigured to create a pitch roofed house with ample skylights to create a light filled home with many special features. The bold rock blade wall on the northern end gives strong character, a statement from the designer. Enter into a long and elegant black and white tiled gallery. The width provides space for artworks and furnishings, it's generous and well balanced. Radiating off, are three carpeted bedrooms, a classy heritage bathroom with separate toilet and a laundry storeroom. The living entertaining rooms flow easily making for a home which has hosted many memorable events and celebrations.From the rich glow of the polished, red Jarrah flooring in the formal lounge and dining room, with a rugged stone feature plinth, giving it a special Country lodge feel. Adjoining this large elegant room is a significant panelled bar room with an authentic 60's bar. While there's a very functional, ducted, zoned reverse cycle air conditioner throughout the home, a large flued, gas log furnace takes pride of place. Setting the tone for intimate moments of solitude, reading or lazing over the garden views, it can become the focal point for robust bar room debates.The granite topped blackwood, gas kitchen is traditional and classy and fits the mould of quality, part of an upgrade to ensure the home was contemporary in its function, while traditional in decor.Bedrooms are generous and the master at the far end of the home has a clever conversion of the hallway to accommodate a huge built-in robe. Nooks and shelving give space to display collectables and in all, it's a beautiful home from a gentle era where life was tranquil. There's views from every room. It's a touch European. Views beyond the backyard give an array of foliage, with abundant bird life. You could create a classic hills garden or go native or succulent with an arid theme.Externally there was originally a pool and court, so easy to reinstate. A latticed fernery at the end of the secure garage (with auto opening roller) must in its day, have been a haven for the green fingered. Many trees dot the extensive perimetre and over recent years, they've not had the attention to make them thrive, but they're solid stock and will rejuvenate with TLC. It's a home that's formal and yet flexible, ready for its next generation. With security systems, secure windows and doors, it will suit those looking for a peaceful retreat. For the tradesman or truckie, the ability to build a shed to house your many vehicles and house your equipment, so close to the city, is a great asset, highly sought after but difficult to find. For farmers looking to downsize without going stir crazy, it's a brilliant solution. Room to move and yet manageable. A place to tinker and freedom to come and go. Work from home - Perfect.Compare it to your recent searches, nothing quite like this? Not surprising. It is a one off and totally ready for your vision. Close to Blackwood and Belair lifestyle facilities, it has a year round holiday feel.School zones:Primary - Belair and HawthorndeneSecondary - Blackwood High, Urrbrae and and Mitcham Girls HSAccess to St Johns Grammar, Mercedes and Scotch collegesRegular trains scheduled from Glenalta and Belair stations and bus transport from Rosella Avenue, means you have independence.Hills living within "Cooee" of city necessities. What more do you need.$675,000OFFER FORM LINKhttps://forms.gle/M8DBDF7abuW6MXgm9CT: 5676/752 & 5789/772Council: MitchamCouncil Rates: $1,859.85pa (approx)Water Rates: $225.97pq (approx)Land Size: 1,817sqm (approx)Year Built: 1961We welcome you to contact Gabrielle Overton to arrange a private viewing. Our office has implemented precautionary measures for the safety of our Vendors, you and our agents. 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