There’s a refined elegance about this pristinely presented period-style house in one of Williamstown’s premier courts, just a stroll from the waterfront and wetlands.
Miniature roses and trimmed hedges bordering a paved driveway put on a fine face to the street.
The two-storey brick facade is decorated with fretwork which garlands the porch and sheltered balcony above.
Entry through a leadlight front door is into a small foyer where polished Tassie oak floorboards continue down the hallway and into the living areas at the rear.
The generously proportioned living room and adjoining dining room is carpeted and large windows flood the room with morning light.
A bay window provides a beautiful nook in which to curl up with a book on a rainy day while warming up next to a gas log fire under an intricate timber mantlepiece. The dining area opens to a small courtyard and garden through french doors; this room is a great space were it to be used as a study or home office area.
Fretwork over the archways, ornate vents, olive-and-beige-painted stepped cornices and ceiling rosettes with chandeliers give a nod to the home’s heritage style.
The family-meals hub at the rear has a modern, neutral colour palette with olive accents; this light-filled area opens (through two sets of french doors) to a larger paved courtyard surrounded by low-maintenance gardens.
A long timber shelf with ample storage beneath runs wall-to-wall on one side of the room; this doubles as seating for large gatherings or casual dinner parties.
The kitchen has timber cabinetry topped with granite benches and stainless-steel appliances including oven, dishwasher drawers, gas cooktop and rangehood.
Downstairs also has a powder room and laundry.
Four generously proportioned bedrooms, three with walk-in-wardrobes, are upstairs serviced by the main bathroom.
The main bedroom would see some hotel suites pale in comparison. It has a large walk-in-wardrobe, an adjoining study or retreat with kitchenette, and an en suite with timber cabinetry, twin basins and a large shower.
A private balcony overlooks lush landscaped gardens surrounding a paved entertainment area with a huge in-ground pool and spa.
Wonderful Willy weaves its magic here and many will be enchanted.
Esther Lauaki
