Waratah’s Finest
One of Waratah’s finest homes, this meticulously restored abode is abounds with many fabulous original features. Inside you will notice stained Kauri floor boards, large moulded timber skirting boards and a deep rich timber staircase with turned banisters leading to a large loft area. The interior walls are lined with ornate solid timber dado boards adding to the old world charm. The spacious loft area has been fully relined and has a Paddington feel to this centenial home.There is gas heating in the living area for warm cosy winter months. The kitchen is well designed and complete with modern appliances – a gas cooktop with wok burner and an underbench electric fan forced oven. An eye catching bathroom blends harmoniously with the homes interior.
The exterior of the home has original gable fretwork and hardwood boards in excellent condition. It has been re-piered with red brick commons and has a solid hardwood frame. Largely rewired, the owner has kept the original light switches to further compliment the charm of the home. There is a wide driveway and a large backyard with beautiful established gardens dotted with fruit trees. Storage is plentiful with two sheds in the back garden.
Attached to the back of the home is a fully self contained flat with modern facilities and its own paved courtyard. It has a large bedroom, a good sized lounge room, cute galley kitchen, and its own bathroom/Laundry.The flat also has an old world ambiance, with the potential to be opened up and form one home. The flat is currently returning $225 per week which may be used as a repayments booster or as additional revenue for an investor.
It is perfectly positioned in Waratah and within walking distance to parks, clubs, pubs, buses, Waratah train station and Waratah village shopping centre. High Schools and Primary Schools are also within walking distance. For dog lovers, Braye Park off leash area is 10 minutes walk too. A short drive to the city and beaches is certainly appealing. This is such a great place to live is why the current owners are the second family to ever occupy this home.