Like the variety of sweets on offer in the quaint lolly shop at the front of this property, the rooms inside are an eclectic mix of colour, design and textures.
This former pub (circa 1889) was converted by its present owners about 15 years ago. It’s been transformed into both a comfortable family property and a business called ‘Ye Olde Suckers on Nelson’.
It’s in a postcard-perfect position, giving new owners stunning views of Gem Pier and Commonwealth Reserve, and there’s the convenience of the café precinct and proximity to transport.
The original front room has been turned into a shopfront with rows of built-in shelving displaying confectionary to entice sweet tooths and tourists alike.
There’s an adjoining storage room and beyond this is an old-fashioned-style dining or lounge room with built-in bookcases. Dressed with polished floorboards, a fireplace, ceiling rosettes and a window overlooking a side garden, it’s a cosy room in which to curl up with a book.
Farther along the corridor is a laundry with shower facilities.
A modern extension maintains the period feel with beautiful exposed brick walls but branches off in unexpected ways, including green-marbled tiles laid throughout the long, open-plan kitchen and family-meals area. Timber-look cabinets contrast nicely, while an old-fashioned-looking ILVE 900mm cooker is a delight.
A family could spread out in the rest of the space, which features two ceiling fans, ceiling rosettes, downlights and slanting clerestory windows that join a set of french doors.
Sleeping quarters are up a wooden staircase, the main bedroom having sash windows, a maroon colour scheme and fireplace.
A bathroom with maroon and white tessellated tiles has an inviting free-standing bath, wooden vanity unit, and toilet. There’s also a separate walk-in fitted wardrobe.
Another bedroom, with walk-in wardrobe, can be used as a study, while another has green walls and an ensuite.
There’s also a retreat and study nook for those wanting to escape the bustle of the shop. Out back is a paved backyard bathed in mottled light from established trees. A double garage has a loft and rear-lane access.
