Picture perfect charm of a bygone era
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Property Information
- Land area approx 600.7sqm
- Council Rates $2623/year
- Water Rates $751/year
Property Features
- Air Conditioning
- Area Views
- Built-In Wardrobes
- Car Parking - Surface
- Carpeted
- Carports 1
- Close to Schools
- Close to Shops
- Intercom
- Open Fireplace
- Toilets 2
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This picture perfect period cottage captures your imagination and steals your heart from the moment you lay eyes on it. It's rare to find such a beauty with so many original features so immaculately maintained. It's even more difficult to find an abode that ties its past so seamlessly with a future that's as bright as the day it was built - way back in the early 1900s.
Located in one of Lorn's most beautiful tree-lined streets, the attractive cottage draws you in with its picket fence, rose-filled garden and wide, shady wraparound verandah Delicate leadlight windows adorn the entry and inside a formal entry hall, with original polished timber floorboards, combines with intricate timber fretwork with stunning effect The character-filled home has a romantic atmosphere more akin to a bygone era, with original features including high ceilings, ornate plasterwork and cornicing, picture rails, both timber-framed and leadlight windows, hardwood floors and original cast iron fireplace A timber-lined bay window with leadlight panels and a built-in seat takes centre stage in the master bedroom, along with pendant lighting and a wall of built-in robes The two remaining bedrooms both offer decorative ceilings and pendant lighting, with bedroom two boasting a large built-in robe while bedroom three has the cast iron fireplace An enchanting formal living room features a gorgeous ceiling, picture rails and French doors opening to the verandah where you can sit and relax for hours on end At the rear of the home awaits an open-plan kitchen, dining and living room that flows through sliding doors to a large covered deck that overlooks the lush, green gardens The spacious, gourmet kitchen pays homage to its past with heritage-style cabinetry, a modern take on a traditional oven, new 20mm stone benchtops, large island bench, breakfast bar, a big double-door pantry, glass front display cabinets and a dishwasher The large, light-filled dining and living area features hardwood floors and soaring ceilings The main bathroom is filled with charm, with ceramic tiling, bath and a step-in shower Ducted air conditioning keeps you cool in summer, generous laundry has a second toilet The private backyard is fully landscaped with a magnificent magnolia tree offering serene shade Double gates offer side access, with a bricked ribbon driveway leading to a 3.4m x 6m carport with an attached 3.4m x 3m garden shed that's perfect for your storage needs
Location and Amenities
Nearby Government Schools
Nillo Infants School, Maitland Public School, Telarah Public School, Bolwarra Public School, Maitland East Public School, Rutherford High School, Maitland Grossmann High School & Gillieston Public SchoolNearby Private Schools
All Saints College (St Peter's Campus), All Saints College (St Mary's Campus), St John the Baptist Primary School, Hunter Trade College, St Paul's Primary School, St Joseph's Primary School, Linuwel School Ltd & M.E.T. School, Maitland campusContact Charlie Lund and Tori Lund for more information.
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