This 1920s Spanish Mission-inspired solid brick residence is beautifully endowed with traditional features, from its white facade with blue-trimmed arches to its rendered interior, displaying the rich architectural detail of its era.
The elegant and well proportioned abode is set on a gloriously lush 535 square-metre garden block in the heart of Yarraville, with Cruickshank Park just at the end of the street.
Character-filled rooms include ornate cornices and ceiling rosettes, paired with cedar doors, architraves and frames.
Entry is into a long hallway with white rendered walls and anchored by polished hardwood floorboards.
Two large bedrooms are to the left, both with built-in wardrobes. These are flanked by two bathrooms with corner shower – one has a bath.
Across the hall is a well-lit family room with french doors leading into the adjoining dining room, which is warmed by a wall heater set in a brick surround.
Extensive upgrades towards the rear add modern, open communal spaces for the best in family living and entertainment.
This living zone has clearly defined family and meals areas and a modern kitchen with plenty of cupboard space, granite benchtops, a new Fisher & Paykel double-drawer dishwasher, top quality Ilve 900mm stainless-steel cooker – and garden views.
The house has been extended to include a study and two more generously sized bedrooms upstairs.
Both upstairs bedrooms have built-in wardrobes, high ceilings and an abundance of natural light through high windows.
Off the family area downstairs, french double doors open on to a sun-drenched deck overlooking the landscaped garden – perfect for outdoor dining and entertainment in the warmer months.
Extra features include an enormous laundry with storage cupboards and an adjacent powder room, air-conditioning, ducted heating and evaporative cooling.
Esther Lauaki
