Be prepared to fall in love with this exceptional home in Flora Hill’s heartland. Perfectly presented and brimming with character, it features all the period charm you’re craving. Behind the low brick front fence, the established garden and the big shady cherry tree, is a welcoming front porch, with ornate columns and a red brick balustrade with built-in-planter box. Simply add petunias for the ultimate spot for a pot of tea. Double front doors open onto a wide entrance hall with golden polished floors. High ceilings, decorative cornice and picture rails of the era set the scene for what’s to come. There are three lovely soft, carpeted bedrooms, all with built-in-robes, ceiling fans, blinds and leafy views. The central bathroom is freshly renovated. The high-style design features a floating moulded vanity with plenty of storage, floor-to-ceiling tiles, a luxurious shower over the bath, plus a toilet. There is also a powder room off the laundry. Two living areas cater for family life. The front loungeroom has double frosted glass doors, an open fireplace for winter charm, and a period mantlepiece. The open-plan kitchen/dining/study/family room is bathed in natural light thanks to its northerly aspect. You’ll love the warmth and functionality of the modern kitchen. It boasts a wide fridge space, corner pantry, dual wall ovens, a 900mm gas cooktop, plus a dishwasher. A waterfall benchtop and breakfast bar further elevate the class. A wall of double glazed sliding glass doors opens to a rear undercover deck, further extending the living space and ensuring the indoor/outdoor lifestyle we all love. A gorgeous backyard will be enjoyed by all. Raised wicking beds will inspire your productive garden. A brick paved driveway leads to a single garage, and there’s a bonus garden shed and studio space to use as you please also wired with direct network cable back to house. Other notables at the property include individually climate controlled ducted heating and cooling operated via a smart panel and phone app, plus solar panels for energy efficiency, and often, offset power bills in summer. The home has been re-stumped, the roof re-painted, the switchboard updated and all fencing replaced. Each room is wired with network cables for your smart devices. Find the ultimate combination of a contemporary lifestyle with period charm in Keck Street, which is close to Bendigo South East College, La Trobe University, Brennan Park Pool, and the local shopping precincts.
