Here’s a renovation and extension done right. Paying utmost respect to this grand Californian Bungalow, the original part of the home has been beautifully refurbished, while the rear extension ensures a big, contemporary family life. It’s absolutely stunning. Incorporating everything you need in a family friendly floorplan. Sitting pretty behind a white picket fence and twin shade trees, the home boasts a classic façade of high, gabled porch, original columns and leadlight windows. Step inside to a long central hallway, polished timber floorboards, high ceilings and all the romance of the era. The renovations and extension were done many years ago and have stood the test of time. You’ll be pleased to hear there are four bedrooms here, including a main with a walk-in robe and ensuite. The front two rooms feature those lovely ornate windows; one also has an open fireplace with timber mantle. The family bathroom has a pedestal basin, corner shower, separate bath and toilet. There is ample storage across the laundry and walk-in linen cupboard. The hallway opens to a central loungeroom, with a wood heater within the original fireplace. Imagine nestling in on cosy winter evenings with a good book. Otherwise, ducted heating warms the whole home. Step down to the huge extension. At 13 x 5.8 metres, it’s more than a generous space made for family life and friendly entertainment. It too has timber floorboards, bringing an inviting sense of warmth. The kitchen is user friendly and has a wide island with a waterfall benchtop and built-in wine storage. There is a stainless steel under bench oven, gas cooktop, rangehood, dishwasher, glass splashback and pantry storage with frosted glass doors. The entire space is framed with floor-to-ceiling windows and glass sliding doors; one side opens to a sunny paved patio, the other to an elevated deck above a lush green lawn. A double garage in keeping with the home’s style has front and rear roller doors, allowing backyard vehicle access. The home externally and internally is looking for the next face lift of paint and TLC. The address is also a winner, being handy to La Trobe University, Bendigo South East College, the local Flora Hill shopping strip, and Wolstencroft Reserve play space. Enjoy making this gorgeous home your own, perhaps in time for Christmas?
