This executive home was built in 1979 (Original plans included)and was one of the first homes to be built on Andrew Milne Drive. The Owner of this much-loved home has recently moved into an apartment in a local retirement village.The home has been positioned to allow excellent natural light and flow-through ventilation to both upstairs and downstairs. Two-story homes always have great cooling downstairs. There is a Daikin split system air conditioner in the main bedroom but the owner rarely uses it as the home is so well ventilated.There is no rush to sell the home and the owner is hoping a family will love the home as much as he has in the past. Note! This home has had the same owner for 43 years and in that time, It has been cared for. (Refer to pictures included)This two-story home was built in the era of solid brick and the brickwork is of the highest standard. There are 3 bedrooms upstairs, 2 with built-in robes and one with a walk-in robe. Downstairs there is a double lock-up garage with Control-a-doors, a laundry, a rumpus room/study/office with an adjoining 2nd toilet & shower. This area also has the scope for a granny flat or 4th bedroom (suite).In 2000, the owner installed the best feature of this home - a 6 x 9-meter rear balcony with a downstairs garden deck patio. The upstairs balcony is tiled and has great views towards Mt Blackwood, the local golf course, and Rural View. Great care was taken in the selection of the bricks to match the original home. Both decks have 54 square meters of space and have lighting and power points installed.The owner has just fitted 4 large roller shade blinds to the upper balcony to reduce morning glare and afternoon sun. All balcony rails are powder coated.In 2020, the home was fitted with a new Rheem Solar hot water heater on the northern roof. In the same year, a 22-panel 6.6kw Solar Edge system was installed along with a StorEdge inverter and a 10 Kw LG battery. You may never pay a power bill again if you are energy-wise. The current owner has had no power bills since the system was installed.Repairs and Upgrades to the home are as follows:• The interior has recently been repainted and all paintwork and varnishes are in top order.• The upstairs bathroom has been totally renovated and the bathroom downstairs was created in 2000• Upgraded Westinghouse stove, oven, benchtops, and extra cupboards in the kitchen (The kitchen is in great order after 43 years)• Carpets and vinyl flooring have also been upgraded over the last few years• The owner has re-screwed the cream color-bond roof. Naturally, all the trusses are local hardwood• The home has had new ELGO Seagull fans installed. These are high-end fans with remote control • New weather-proof (fiberglass) front door with a new door frame and rubber seals to lock out any moisture• In 2018, the owner repaired the home's driveway, side paths, and spoon drains with a decorative coating and sealer.• Most of the windows on the upper floor have been fitted with top quality Plantation shutters and a few roller blinds (refer to pictures)• In 2021, a new SIR GRANGE ZOYSIA lawn was laid in the backyard and is now well established and looks fantastic• Both the front and rear garden beds have their own built-in irrigation systems.This home is a 4 to 6-minute walk to the Gordon White Library and a little more to the Mount Pleasant Shopping Centre. For those wanting an easy/safe night out, The mount Pleasant tavern is just a short walk in the opposite direction.For a young family, you have Catholic, State, and Independent schools just a short push bike ride away on dedicated pathways. There are also many childcare facilities in the local area for younger families.This home is priced to sell. Its location and 360-degree views set it apart from other properties. It is one of those rare properties that enter the market much like a gem that has been hidden away from the public for years! Serious viewers are welcome to contact Joe Morabito at LJ Hooker to arrange an Inspection!
