DWELLING:
Situated within Toowoomba's oldest subdivision, the Mort Estate; this triple-gabled Queensland bungalow exudes a wealth of period charm and provides the ideal foundation for an inspired renovation and/or extension. High ceilings, wide timber floors, tongue & groove interior, decorative timber fretwork and a stained glass porthole window in facade set the tone. In its current configuration; the home offers three good size bedrooms, central living area, a study or sunroom, raised front porch and kitchen overlooking the rear deck. Some renovations have already commenced; with the addition of a new ensuite and walk-through robe in the master bedroom suite. The home in its current arrangement is a comfortable size and layout; however if you're looking to extend, the generously sized block allows for many options (with council consent). This is an excellent opportunity to secure a character home in a sought after precinct; real estate with timeless appeal that will continue to capture the hearts of generations to come.
GARDEN:
A mature camphor laurel tree gently shades the north-eastern front porch, whilst a camellia and several agaves add charm to the facade. A gated and paved driveway provides off-street parking for multiple vehicles, and leads to a 5.4m x 4m carport at the rear. An outside laundry and extra toilet are adjacent to the rear covered timber deck, overlooking the well proportioned backyard and open lawn area.
A garden shed is provided for storage of lawn mower & tools and there's also a sizable avocado tree near the rear boundary of the allotment.
LOCATION:
Set in a leafy street, the location is surprisingly quiet, despite the home's close proximity to the inner city. Just a 500m walk to convenience shopping at Mort Estate Shopping Village; you can also reach Grand Central Shopping Centre and a host of dining destinations in the CBD within a few minutes. It's easier to walk than to drive to Toowoomba North State School (a short 300m walk); the home is also within the catchment zone for Toowoomba State High School (a six minute drive). A number of other quality schools including Holy Name Primary School, St Mary's College, St Ursula's College & The Glennie School are also accessible within a five minute commute. Mort Estate Park is located a 280m stroll up Gowrie Street, or it's a five minute drive to picturesque Laurel Bank Park.
Extra features...
Weatherboard & chamfer board construction on timber stumps
Original double hung opaque glazed windows (all bar one)
Kitchen with gas upright stove & rangehood
Original family bathroom with corrugated iron, shower over clawfoot bath + pedestal vanity with small storage cabinet
New walk-through robe & ensuite with large shower recess
Ceiling fans to bedrooms + living area
Gas heating point to lounge
NBN available (Fibre to the Node)
