Architectural Post-war cottage in historic St. John's Wood

Masterfully designed by renowned Architect firm Owen & Vokes, this four bed, three bath post-war cottage is a beautiful home in which to live and entertain.<br/>Upstairs boasts the entry to the living and dining rooms with views through to the landscaped backyard, two bedrooms including parent retreat with extensive walk-through robe and ensuite, main bathroom, galley kitchen with servery to the entertainer's deck. The dedicated built-in study has room for two to facilitate studying or working from home.<br/>Downstairs affords two bedrooms, third bathroom, rumpus, private deck, outside multi-purpose sports court for the kids (or set up your pizza oven and outdoor entertaining hub) walk-through laundry to 2.5 garage affording a purpose-built workshop or storage for camper / trailer / boat etc.<br/>All bedrooms are carpeted and have built-in wardrobes, ceiling fans and ducted zoned A/C.<br/><br/>This home has many sustainable features, including three rain-water tanks with a total holding capacity of 20,000 litres (serving the three toilets, washing machine, outside taps and irrigation system), 5.5 kW Solar Power and Solar Hot Water. <br/>With the Taylor Range situated to the west providing shade from the late summer afternoon sun, it really is a comfortable house to live in.<br/>Fully ducted and zoned air conditioning throughout, with the bonus of an additional 7-star split system A/C to the Parent's Retreat.<br/>The mature landscaping offers a refuge to native animals. Enjoy sitting on the deck watching the kookaburras laughing each afternoon and the resident possum come out from the possum box each evening. <br/>Follow the secret path to the back corner of the yard to discover the biggest swing on the planet! Four banana trees will gift you with a hand of organic bananas each season, whilst the passionfruit vine provides delicious fruit for your pleasure. <br/><br/>St. John's Wood is a historic locality in Ashgrove and boasts the oldest house in the suburb. It is a quiet pocket with no through-traffic. (families from outside the area drop their kids in here for Halloween as they know it is safer)<br/><br/>The Enoggera Creek Bikeway runs through St. John's Wood, enabling walkers, runners and cyclists access to the Brisbane City Bikeway network. You can cycle all the way to Redcliffe from the end of the street!<br/><br/>Marist College Ashgrove, Mater Dei Catholic Primary School, Ashgrove State School, GPS Rugby Club, Valleys Cricket Club, Taylor Range Country Club, Banneton's Bakery, West Ashgrove Shopping Centre and Ashgrove Golf Club are all within walking distance. Inside the catchment for Ashgrove State School.<br/>Transport is a breeze with regular buses on Waterworks road or the 379 St. John's Wood bus that services the locality.<br/><br/>Pets considered upon application. Fully fenced to the rear.<br/><br/>Family-friendly community and wonderful neighbours.<br/>This property is available to rent from late December, 2022 or January, 2023.<br/>Book your private inspection now. Apply via https://www.raas.com.au/property?property_id=1090952