Superbly positioned in the highly desirable pocket of Springvale North, this original three bedroom weatherboard home delivers on form, function and abundant warmth. With practical spaces for a growing family, this solidly built gem is coming to the market for the first time in more than 20 years. Lovingly kept and never rented, it’s currently home to its third owners. Buyers have the option to move in and enjoy as is, with nothing to do but settle in and enjoy a bbq in the garden. Alternatively, you could add your own renovator’s touches, or even subdivide down the track (STCA) to take full advantage of the 606m² (approx.) block and wide, 24 metre frontage. Dual living areas are a must for a teenagers’ retreat, with secure outdoor entertaining areas providing ample space for kids and pets to play. The spacious front verandah features original wrought ironwork and ample space to sit, relax and watch the birds in the garden. Step inside to see a light-filled interior, comprising formal living flowing through to an open plan family and dining zone. Don’t be fooled by the retro galley kitchen; it’s strong, clean and ready to feed the family, and is complimented with quality appliances including gas cooking, electric wall oven and dishwasher. There are three bedrooms, all with built-in robes, an updated bathroom with separate bath and shower, a convenient, separate water closet and fully equipped laundry. The warmth of original Victorian Ash timber floors is present throughout the home, with floating floors to the bedrooms. There are quality roller blinds, ducted heating and air conditioning to all rooms, along with separate gas heating in the front living room for those cosy evenings. A wall mounted air conditioner in the dining area completes the picture of year round comfort. Boasting three outdoor living zones, the home includes an undercover porch/alfresco to fire up the Weber, overlooking a beautiful secluded and fenced garden, with fruit trees and raised veggie patch. The separate BBQ area at the rear of the property is an entertainer’s haven with a rendered brick and tile BBQ bench and provision for a standalone wood fire. This gem also boasts electrical and plumbing upgrades, structural restumping, a water tank, solar panels with a new inverter and earning a PFIT 60c/kWh. A classic lock up steel garage with workshop, plus an enclosed carport with remote roller door provides generous and secure off-street parking for four cars, with 3 undercover. Sitting comfortably within the catchment of Wellington Secondary College, St John Vaineys, Albany Rise, Carwatha College and other quality schools, there is excellent public transport only 5 minutes walk from the front door, with easy access to Monash University. Located only a five minute walk to Edinburgh Reserve and a wonderful kids’ playground, along with the Police Road strip shops… a food lover’s haven. Close to many quality shopping centres including Waverley Gardens, Springvale Central, Springvale Homemaker Centre, M-City and Chadstone, you’ll be perfectly situated for stress free shopping and commuting, with just a short hop to Springvale Junction and the Eastlink/Monash interchange
