Ballarat 1712 Sturt Street
Outstanding & Classic Period Home
This spectacular fully restored early 1900s residence is positioned on approximately 2,000 sqm on two titles in the Lake Wendouree area, facing the expansive 130 ha Victoria Park, with Lake Wendouree just behind and accessed via its own convenient rear lane. Private and secure, this two storied home is of unique character offering rich period originality coupled with the right measures of modern functionality set in beautiful landscaped gardens, is the ultimate family retreat.
Immaculate in presentation and with rooms of large proportions, the home comprises 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and powder room, formal dining & lounge together with stylish casual living and dining areas. Inviting you into this exciting property are the magnificent gardens. Carefully designed pathways lead you through the three focus areas of the garden, including the arbor and ornamental pond, all in a tranquil setting amongst beautiful landscaped plantings. The paved courtyard entertainment areas provide an elegant setting for the finest of parties or places to simply relax and enjoy the surroundings.
The kitchen features the highest quality Neff and Asko European appliances, solid granite bench tops, an island preparation area and a classic Aga-Rayburn stove.
Adjacent is the generous family lounge room. Benefiting from two sets of French doors, opening out into paved entertainment areas and the gardens. The reception, kitchen and family lounge room are floored in hand cut Italian limestone tiling. The home features electronically controlled hydronic heating throughout and is cooled with a mix of ceiling fans and air-conditioning.
The formal sitting room and huge dining room are joined by their original oak folding doors, opening to provide an extensive entertainment area, and featuring imported Belgian natural floor coverings.
The bedrooms complete the home and offer the ultimate accommodation for you to unwind and retire. The master suite is of considerable size and boasts a feature walk-in robe, luxurious en-suite complete with marble vanity, frameless shower, bidet, heated towel rail and a feature wall of Carrera marble. The bedrooms are flexible in use and one is currently styled as a study/library.
Additional features of this stand-out property include lofty and ornate 11 foot ceilings, picture rails, restored antique lighting fixtures, large main bathroom with marble vanity, frameless shower, bath and heated towel rail, laundry with granite bench tops, laboratory-style ceramic sink, powder room, linen press and two lined walk-in under roof storage locations. Exterior improvements include automated extensive dripper irrigation system, wireless security alarm system, outdoor shower station.
Built in architectural harmony with the home is the double drive-through garage & workshop with access to Sturt and Hamilton Streets.
This Lake Wendouree location is perfectly positioned opposite the extensive Victoria Parklands and rear laneway through to Lake Wendouree behind the property. Close to quality schools and public transport, this is a unique opportunity for you to secure a premium residence.