Timeless period features merge with elegant contemporary updates to offer spacious family living, designed for modern functionality. Set on a generous 646m2 (approx.) corner allotment, a short stroll from all the cafes, shopping and amenities of the Shannon Avenue strip, within walking distance of Sparrow Park and iconic Pakington Street, surrounded by excellent schools including Newtown’s private school precinct, with easy access to the Ring Road and CBD, this address offers the ideal family lifestyle in a premium pocket.Set amongst beautifully presented landscaped gardens, the façade retains classic charm. Double doors lead into an impressive entry featuring high ceilings, polished timber floors and wall panelling, showcasing the well-preserved original character within. The spacious main bedroom features built-in robes, ceiling fan, and a tastefully updated ensuite finished in floor to ceiling tiles, with frameless walk-in shower, and modern vanity. Two further bedrooms on the ground level include built-in robes and ceiling fans, and the fourth bedroom offers a private upstairs retreat with split system heating and cooling. The main bathroom is presented in classic white, with a stunning subway feature tile, walk-in frameless shower, and contemporary fittings.A formal lounge at the heart of the home provides a sophisticated space to relax or entertain featuring magnificent ornate ceiling detail, period pendant lighting, leadlight windows, built-in bookshelves, dimmable mood lighting, an original brick mantel and gas log fire, creating a cosy and inviting ambience. The rear of the home transitions to a spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living area showcasing beautiful cedar windows with a picturesque garden vista. The quality kitchen features granite benchtops, high end appliances including Ilve 900mm oven, gas cooktop and rangehood, Miele dishwasher, modern pendant lighting, generous storage provisions, and direct access to the north facing deck for effortless outdoor entertaining.Equipped with all your modern comforts, additional features include ducted heating, split system heating and cooling, gas instant hot water, attic storage with pull down ladder, LED lighting, updated carpets, fast internet with 600Mbps+ cable, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Ethernet to office and workshop, and 1.5kW solar system for energy efficiency.Outside offers a selection of spaces to enjoy with a north facing deck providing a private space to relax in the sun, and a large entertaining area with shade sail and an urban-inspired concrete dining setting. Established hedges and gardens create a tranquil atmosphere, with raised veggie beds and a mature lemon tree for homegrown produce. Side access via automated gates leads to a double garage, which adjoins a workshop fitted with built-in benches and storage, 40A power sub-board, numerous power outlets, fully insulated with split system heating and cooling.Immaculately maintained, here is an exceptional opportunity to secure a quality home in sought-after Manifold Heights. Don’t let this one pass you by!
