If you love character homes with all the mod cons you must inspect 57 Wattle Street. This 1920's home was moved from its original site in Coorparoo ten years ago and has been fully refurbished in this picture perfect location. The home has been completely rewired but with fittings appropriate to its era. The sewerage system is brand new, the beautiful Huon Pine timber floors have been revitalized and the home painted inside and out. The restoration is complete whilst the acreage has plenty of potential remaining. The home enjoys stunning views of the nearby mountains and local bush with great levels of privacy, separated from the nearest neighbours by a tree lined gully. Wallabies graze on the lawns each day and you will be impressed by the array of local birdlife which visit this peaceful location.
There are so many striking features in this light and airy home that only an inspection will provide you with a full appreciation. Even before you enter the home the beautiful front door with lead light inserts and transom window will impress. Stylish French Doors open up the home from all the living areas to the impressive deck which wraps around two sides of the home. The elevated verandah offers plenty of options for convenient outdoor living. Transom windows above all the external doors guarantee both efficient ventilation and security. The summer liveability of the home is ensured with ceiling insulation, fans plus the great air flow which comes with 3.2 metre high ceilings. The living room has a cosy fireplace which will warm most of the home in winter. The home is largely open plan but with a dividing wall between the dining and living rooms which highlights the home's wonderful heritage features.
The modern kitchen features an island bench with soft close drawers and a breakfast bar. The 900cm electric oven has a gas cooktop, a dishwasher is installed and there's plenty of storage space. You'll also note that two sides of the kitchen open up to the verandah to amplify the feeling of space within the home.
Two of the three bedrooms are especially generous in size, including the main bed which features a bay window with seating nook. The third bedroom has storage spaces which could make it an ideal home office.
There is over 40,000 litres of water storage on site for garden use however the home is connected to town water. Beneath the home is parking space for two vehicles plus it is high enough to allow other options such as the provision of additional living space.
Mount Crosby is known for a low crime rate, great community atmosphere, beautiful bush walks as well as some awesome native flora and fauna. This home is just over 30 minutes from the centre of the Brisbane CBD and around 15 minutes to the Ipswich CBD. A range of supermarkets and eateries are only minutes away and school buses to a variety of high schools/colleges pass by the home. The nearby Warrego Highway provides freeway access to the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Toowoomba and western areas. For the answer to any questions you may have, please feel free to call Ian Keenan at anytime.
