Located in one of the city’s most prestigious central streets, and surrounded by lovely historic homes, is this grand gold rush era property. Just a few minutes’ walk to the Alexandra Fountain and Arts Precinct, this beautifully presented home is centrally located and close to schools, shops and offers views from both inside and out down to the Sacred Heart Cathedral less than one block away.
Built in the 1870’s and set over two levels, ‘Clendon’ features an abundance of stunning original heritage features. The neat landscaped front yard features pretty camelia and rose bushes with easy maintenance. The home offers two entries: one on the ground floor and another up an external staircase that leads to the wide verandah on the second storey. Two of the four bedrooms are located on the ground level. One features a built-in robe and the other is an expansive space with reverse cycle air conditioner and large bay window. Upstairs, a third bedroom features two built-in robes and window seat with added storage. The fourth bedroom could also serve as a study. The proportions of all rooms ensure this home has a fantastic flexible floorplan.
Upstairs, the lounge is another large space with bay window offering a beautiful outlook and dual aspect windows providing the space with ample natural light. This room also features a gas log fire under a large Carrara marble mantle and reverse cycle air conditioner. At the rear of the second floor is a mud room, laundry, family bathroom and a charming country kitchen with timber cabinetry.
Outdoors, windows from the kitchen open out to form a servery to the sunny courtyard and verandah at the back of the house. Beyond the brick-paved courtyard are steps up to a lawn area offering a fantastic look-out to the spires of the cathedral.
This heritage property has all services renewed; sewerage, water, storm water drainage, gas and phone have all been renewed removing the risk and worry of the normal hidden aging infrastructure of old properties.
Additional features include: Reverse cycle air conditioning heating and cooling throughout Lounge gas log fire and kitchen gas wall heater Original heritage features including decorative cornice and ceiling roses, high ceilings, timber flooring, elaborate fireplaces, sash windows and stained-glass detail New wiring throughout Kitchen appliances including a dishwasher and stove with separate grill and four-burner gas cooktop Fully landscaped rear yard with storage shed Spectacular views inside and out Off-street parking
This incredible special property offers a slice of the city’s rich history packaged up in a low-maintenance offering that is ideal for inner city living. This home would be absolutely perfect for a professional seeking an easy-care property with plenty of character and style; or an investor looking for a unique short or long-term rental option.
