'Hiawatha' Grand Yesteryear Charmer

Prepare to step gently back in time on arrival, this home holds a beautiful air of nostalgia coupled with graceful charm. Original features have been carefully preserved, holding memories past whilst a modern edge allows for everyday conveniences to be enjoyed.<br/><br/>The interiors have a simple flow from fore to rear with accommodation and living areas situated to either side of a 26m central hallway. With multiple windows allowing garden vignettes from various viewing points, there is plenty of natural light. A majestic magnolia tree situated in the back garden is said to be the oldest in the Blue Mountains.The bathrooms have been upgraded, with the 2nd bathroom enjoying heated floors, but also allow scope to further capitalise.<br/><br/>The eat-in kitchen is generously proportioned with room for a full size dining table, additional cabinetry and bench space. With the original agar set within a beauitful brick chimney breast there is also a stunning contemporary Belling oven. This home features all the beauty of a bygone era with contemporary upgrades that provide modern day comfort. <br/><br/>Situated in a convenient position that offers easy access to both Leura and Katoomba whether by car or on foot, local amenities can be taken full advantage of. This home will garner strong interest and will definitely pull at the heart strings.<br/><br/>The property also offers a light and spacious artist's studio in the attic, accessed by a drop-down wooden staircase in the hallway ideal for those that are creative or as a play area for kids.<br/><br/>Summary of Features:<br/>- Superb original mountain cottage with grand proportions throughout<br/>- Weatherboard cladding, bullnose verandah, leadlight feature windows<br/>- Glass panelled entrance porch into large reception foyer/mudroom<br/>- Soaring ceilings with panelled detail and original polished wood floors <br/>- Huge kitchen with fabulous exposed brick chimney stack & original agar<br/>- Separate formal dining & living rooms, timber sash windows, open fireplaces<br/>- Generous bedrooms with timber lined walls, built-ins in 3rd & 4th bedrooms<br/>- Upgraded bathrooms with unique original features; sunroom annex<br/>- Ducted gas central heating with superb heat distribution throughout<br/>- Cottage garden offering private seclusion; carport & full length driveway<br/>- Convenient position, easy access to bus & trains, town centre & schools