Step back into a time of grand family living as you enter "Boscobel", a spectacular double-brick Edwardian positioned in the "Paris-end" of leafy Girton Crescent. Known for peaceful family dwellings, good-sized blocks, and the enchanting children's park at its centre, Girton Crescent is one of the most tightly held and best streets in blue-chip Manifold Heights. Seamlessly blending 1920s charm with modern flair Boscobel is a home to fall in love with. Stunning period features include many original light fittings, with two grand chandeliers in the double-width entrance hall, ceiling roses, beautiful stained glass windows facing the morning sun, claw-foot baths, and Art Deco fixtures. The 5 large bedrooms on offer include a master bedroom downstairs with built-in robes and full ensuite. Original working fireplaces with polished-timber mantels are show-cased in the formal living room and one of the downstairs bedrooms, which could also be used for formal dining. Upstairs the sun-room boasts skyline Newtown views and with the addition of separate rumpus and study areas, the 2 upstairs bedrooms open to the perfect children's retreat. Meticulously updated for modern living the spacious kitchen opens onto open-plan dining and living. Spanned by large bi-fold doors the living area extension completely opens to the north-facing rear-yard, creating a large indoor/outdoor entertaining space. Just minutes from central Geelong and Geelong's best private schools Boscobel represents affordable grandeur in a highly desirable location. With a large block size of 650m2 (approx.), Boscobel is within walking distance to shops, the Barwon river and a stone's throw from vibrant Pakington street. Ideally situated within easy access to the Geelong Ring Road, and in good proximity to the Geelong train station, on offer is an opportunity to embrace the best of Geelong living within convenient commuting distance to Melbourne. Loved for it's easy family living, with a north-facing outlook to an established private garden, complete with undercover sitting and paved entertaining area, children's cubby, and beautiful golden ash tree. A double remote garage provides ample off-street parking, and a convenient workshop or perfect home office. Seldom comes an opportunity like Boscobel, a chance to purchase a stunning forever-home to share with your family.
