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Once in a while you come upon a very special property & this is definitely one of them. Originally a symmetrical cottage, the home has been extensively extended & up-graded over the years providing up to 5 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms spanning over two levels.
The residence features excellence in architecture with an attractive facade & exceptional interior which is immaculately presented throughout. There is much to appreciate about the character & charm which has been retained with many great features harmonizing a balanced blend of classical elegance & contemporary design. Authentic inclusions include ornate fire places & mantles, high ceilings, decorative architraves, cornices & ceiling roses, rich timber floors, timber windows, French doors & attractive lead lighting – all of which make period homes so loved & sought after. Finished to the highest of building specifications, this home has the very best in fixtures & fittings & the inclusion of every modern convenience has also been catered for.
Providing formal & informal living, the casual living zone incorporates the immaculate country style eat-in kitchen with excellent cupboards, a central island bench, integrated European appliances & featuring a Rayburn (Aga) gas oven (which also heats the radiators in the original part of the home). The spacious living room has a slow combustion heater & access via two sets of French doors to both outdoor entertaining areas. This casual living zone & alfresco area is the social hub of the home – from BBQ's, birthday parties, weekend brunch through to Christmas functions…many cherished memories will be created here. There is a formal sitting room with open fire & French doors, a designated study/home office for those who wish to work from home, with a light filled sitting area.
The impressive master bedroom wing is situated at the front of the home for privacy & has a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom, large walk-in robe & French doors to the verandah. There are four additional bedrooms, 3 stylish & beautifully appointed bathrooms, excellent storage provisions & a large laundry with a dual sink & built-in ironing board.
Other key features that complete this fantastic residence include a superb separate studio with a bathroom, ideal as an additional living area, teenagers retreat or impressive guest accommodation.
Framed by the beautifully established 5,700sqm landscaped gardens, there are many outdoor areas to enjoy, including a full size grass tennis court & a winter creek with a bridge to an elevated cubby house hidden in the trees on the other side. The gardens include two majestic oak trees taking pride of place, numerous mature trees & shrubs, a small orchard, plenty of open grassed areas, & meandering paths, giving delightful character to this garden. Extensive external improvements include a wisteria covered double carport, plenty of off-street parking, valuable dual access with a horseshoe driveway, 2 garden sheds, plus a 3 roomed stone cellar which has the potential to make an excellent tasting/entertaining room. There is also rainwater storage which is plumbed to the home, along with a well- equipped bore with electronic irrigation to the gardens.
Positioned to absorb its ultra-private, verdant surroundings, this exceptional property surpasses expectations for a most wonderful living experience in the Adelaide Hills. It creates a most enviable opportunity for a privileged owner to embrace a tremendous lifestyle with the convenience of being within walking distance to the Aldgate Village, close to all local amenities & only a 25 minute drive to the CBD.
Specifications:
CT / 5492/79, 5731/447
Council / City of Adelaide Hills
Zoning / Productive Rural Landscape
Built / 1869
Land / 5700m2
Nearby Schools / Heathfield P.S, Aldgate P.S, Crafers P.S, Bridgewater P.S, Heathfield H.S, Oakbank Area School, Urrbrae Agricultural H.S
All information provided has been obtained from sources we believe to be accurate, however, we cannot guarantee the information is accurate and we accept no liability for any errors or omissions (including but not limited to a property's land size, floor plans and size, building age and condition). Interested parties should make their own inquiries and obtain their own legal advice. Should this property be scheduled for auction, the Vendor's Statement may be inspected at any Harris Real Estate office for 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the auction and at the auction for 30 minutes before it starts.
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