Captivating Period Charm meets Sophisticated Contemporary Flair

Auction Location: On Site. <br/><br/>Auction is Thursday 19th of May 2022 at 12:30pm. <br/><br/>Situated in the family friendly heart of tightly held Gilberton, this captivating family home with a north facing rear and pool offers the perfect blend of enchanting heritage features and sophisticated contemporary flair. <br/><br/>Its symmetrical sandstone façade is an outstanding example of its c.1880 era, with a gently elevated eyelash veranda enhanced by stunning cast iron lace work.<br/><br/>The wide central passage introduces delightful period details including lofty ceilings, Baltic floorboards and a decorative arch. <br/><br/>Four beautifully proportioned rooms all with original fireplaces and plantation shutters allow for versatile configuration, and are currently disposed as a chic formal lounge with a superb ceiling rose, and 3 bedrooms including 2 with built-in robes.<br/><br/>A glass door links the original floorplan to a modern extension including a new primary suite with walk-in robe and large ensuite bathroom with dual vanities, double shower, tub, heated towel rail and floor.<br/> <br/>A second bathroom also includes under-floor heating, with its design echoed in the adjacent powder room and well-equipped laundry. <br/><br/>To the rear, northerly light floods the spacious open plan living and meals extension with combustion wood fire, that incorporates a fabulous entertainer's kitchen with sleek cabinetry, stone countertops and European appliances. <br/><br/>A bank of full-length picture windows open through sliders to an outdoor oasis that includes several spaces to dine or lounge, a large lawn on which to play, garden sheds and even a chicken run.<br/><br/>At centre stage, a near new state of the art fully tiled heated pool and spa, with a fresh water filtration system, in-built cleaning system and lights for nighttime entertaining.<br/><br/>ADDITIONAL FEATURES OF NOTE <br/><br/>• Cellar <br/>• Attic space with retractable attic ladder<br/>• Extensive security with CCTV<br/>• Ducted R/C air conditioning<br/>• 15kw solar panels; 2 inverters<br/>• Remote driveway gate<br/>• Pedestrian gate with keypad and video intercom <br/>• Driveway with carport plus parking for several vehicles<br/>• Plantation shutters & sheers<br/>• Underfloor bathroom heating <br/>• Ceiling fans<br/>• Ilve 5 burner gas cooktop & oven<br/>• Miele dishwasher<br/>• Freestanding plumbed fridge/freezer with icemaker <br/>• Water filter<br/>• Automatic irrigation<br/>• Integrated ironing board<br/>• Garden sheds<br/>• Vegetable and herb planters<br/>• Chicken run <br/>• Fully tiled & fenced pool & spa with Naked freshwater pool filtration; built in self cleaning system; gas heater & electric heat pump running off solar; lights & movable shade blind <br/>• Pool equipment shed<br/>• Plumbed for future outdoor shower, outdoor kitchen and indoor gas fire provision<br/><br/><br/>LOCATION<br/><br/>• One of Adelaide's most desired city fringe locations<br/>• Close to public transport<br/>• Walk to Adelaide University, Botanic Gardens, Adelaide Zoo, Linear Park, Adelaide Parklands<br/>• Walkerville Terrace & Melbourne Street shopping, cafes and village vibe<br/><br/>SCHOOLS <br/><br/>• Zoned for Walkerville Primary, Botanic & Adelaide High Schools <br/>• St Peters College, St Andrews School, Prince Alfred College & Wilderness nearby