UNLOCK ONE OF GEELONG’S BEST-KEPT SECRETS

Secure a position in a quiet residential pocket that is one of Geelong’s best-kept secrets with this charming three-bedroom Californian bungalow.<br/>Within walking distance of cafes and shops on Pakington St, transport, the waterfront and sports grounds, it offers the ultimate in convenient living.<br/>The updated home, boasting character features including leadlight and striking Baltic pine floors, is set on a 44m-deep block (approx) providing abundant space to extend to cater for a growing family (STCA).<br/>The home’s centrepiece is the central, north-facing, contemporary kitchen featuring a family-size dining space, cosy wood heater, suite of Bosch appliances, stone benchtops and loads of storage, including a generous corner pantry.<br/>It conveniently adjoins a light and bright living room with garden outlook. <br/>Two large bedrooms, one with built-in robes, are at the front of the home, accessed off the wide entry hall, with a third centrally located and ideal to double as a study or work-from-home space.<br/>They share a slick new bathroom featuring deep soaker tub, large shower and vanity with timber cabinetry.<br/>The rear yard is an oasis of green, providing privacy to entertain, relax or for kids to explore.<br/>Other highlights include split-system units, ceiling fans, separate laundry with toilet, undercover rear area suited as an alfresco space and large storage shed/workshop.<br/>Walk to North Geelong train station, vibrant Pako, footy and netball at Geelong West Oval, Geelong Arena basketball stadium, and well-regarded Ashby and St Patrick’s primary schools.<br/>Newtown private schools, Rippleside Park, Balmoral Quay marina, the CBD, Deakin University, Eastern Beach, Geelong’s hospital precinct and the highway to Melbourne are all within a short drive.