Elegant family home

This fine example of Federation Queen Anne architecture, occupies a prime position on a tree-lined street in a peaceful part of the Inner West suburb of Ashfield, backing onto the beautiful Pratten Park with its historic oval and Lawn Tennis club.<br/><br/>Set on a wide block with a striking street presence, this grand five bedroom property is the quintessential family home with enough space for everyone to enjoy its wonderful period features, large grounds and inground swimming pool.<br/><br/>Upon entering via the porch with tessellated tiles & impressive front door with beautiful stained glass , a classic hallway reveals formal living and dining area with charming features common to the build period such as marble fireplaces, high, ornate ceilings and pretty picture windows,.<br/>Four bedrooms can also be found here, with a family bathroom and linen closet. At the end of the entrance hallway is another wider central hallway with staircase to upstairs and the expansive parents retreat area, housing a large bathroom and bedroom with cleverly designed built-in robes and storage.<br/>Upstairs benefits from its sunny aspect overlooking the park and for extra comfort in either the warmer or colder months - ducted reverse cycle Air Conditioning.<br/>The retreat area can easily be used as a home office and has access at both ends to the roof attic spaces.<br/>For relaxation and entertaining, there is a family room at the rear of the property with a separate kitchen and access to a charming, covered deck area with views across the gardens and pool.<br/>A very peaceful spot to sit and enjoy the sounds of local bird life from your own garden and the surrounding parklands.<br/>A third bathroom with combined laundry area is also handily located off the deck area.<br/>Well established and maintained gardens at both the front and rear, a driveway for off street parking and scope to update or improve, this unique property is sure to be a popular choice for buyers looking for space, charm and the convenience of living so close to the centre of Sydney.<br/><br/>- 5 bedrooms<br/>- 3 bathrooms<br/>- Off street parking<br/>- Established gardens<br/>- Huge 697 sqm block<br/>- In ground swimming pool<br/>- Charming period features<br/>- Peaceful location <br/>- Easy access to shops and public transport<br/>- Within catchment area for Burwood Girls High school<br/><br/>Council rates: $607/qtr<br/>Water rates: $238/qtr approx<br/>Internal size: approx 257 sqm including rear deck and front porch.