262 Oxley Rd, Graceville

Hidden away in the heart of Graceville lies a magical treasure of a home waiting to be discovered by a new family. Built in the early 1930's as the original character home sitting on what was then four blocks of land and now on a large double corner block under a single title on a massive 916m2, this character home has a blend of Californian Bungalow and colonial architectural features which were very prominent in this era. Having been a dearly loved family home for over 30 years and only three owners in total, it is has a welcoming warmth that is hard to beat. FEATURING •3 large bedrooms all rich in character, high ceilings and appeal •Master bedroom is large and has an ensuite with a walk in wardrobe •The main bathroom and ensuite bathroom feature period tiles, fittings and features. •Double French doors opening to a large covered outdoor patio and living space from the ornately decorated dining room. •The main lounge and living area features vaulted plaster ceiling, rich honey coloured wide wooden floorboards and beautiful leadlight bay windows. •The character kitchen features modern appliances including SMEG gas cook top, CHEF gas oven and ASKO dishwasher with plenty of room and space to cook that gourmet meal. •There is a large paved garden space at the front flowing to a further paved space featuring a water feature designed to relax and create a soothing environment. •The property has a large second building that has substantial storage space and has served as a home office for professional services, additional sleeping space as a teenage retreat and as family space opening out onto the garden. •This extra space is very flexible in respect to its potential use and has the potential to be further enhanced to be additional self-contained living space if that was desired. •Characteristic and a feature of the garden environment is a 100 year-old weeping fig tree that is heritage listed under the local area plan and a recognized natural feature of the suburb. •The space under the tree is extensively paved and provides an interesting and flexible garden and outdoor living space overlooked by a veranda at the front of the house. This creates a heavenly, cooling effect, shading both the house and the garden and bringing birds and wildlife to the garden. •The back yard has covered living space opening on to a sizable back yard living and play space ideal for families and their pets •In-ground low maintenance spa pool •Securely fenced with an electric gate •Undercover secure side-street access for 2 vehicles which also has a provision of additional storage space Modern upgraded plumbing and electrical completed by current owners •The roof has recently been replaced and double insulated •Reverse cycle zoned ducted air-conditioning to the entire home. •Water tank with reticulation to a number of points in the garden. •The property has town gas for hot water and appliances and there is both ADSL2 and Broadband cable internet available. •Renovation over the life of the home has been sensitive to the character value of the home with many interesting architectural features including 5 gable roof structure, lead light windows, ornate fret work in breezeways, light fittings, wide pine polished floors, Cedar sash windows and a restored ornate cedar arch windows opening up light to the large kitchen laundry/conservatory space. This is a truly lovely home allowing you to enjoy the character, history and warmth it exudes. Enhancing all that, you can leave the car at home, walk to services and contemporary living conveniences including convenience stores, Chemist, medical practice, cafs, restaurants, veterinary, post office, fruit market and butcher. A number of public transport options including rail and bus are within 7 minutes' walk of the front door. Don't miss out on this magical hidden treasure, call Charles now on 0424 754 113. Floor plan available upon request