A home to hold onto

McLaughlin Street is a leafy enclave filled with opulent, heritage homes and this striking residence presents your chance to join this welcoming neighbourhood. Lovingly restored, paying homage to the past, this property is a combination of elegant liveability with exceptional street appeal.

Decorative details abound from the fully tiled verandah, through to the timber fretwork, stunning Baltic pine floorboards, 12-foot pressed tin ceilings, original pressed tin cornices, ornate mantle pieces and stained-glass windows throughout many of the rooms. Additionally, a thorough restoration has ensured every detail exudes modern elegance and comfort whilst retaining the heritage of the home.

All three bedrooms are well proportioned with fresh carpets, sheer curtains, and blinds over the sash windows, with two containing built in robes and two containing functioning open fireplaces. There is even a stunning wallpaper on show in one of the bedrooms.

The showstopper in this home is the loungeroom, which exudes grandness through its decorative details including ornate pressed tin ceilings and cornicing, you will instantly feel like this is a room you want to spend more time in. One can only imagine the conversations had and secrets shared in this room during the homes near 100-year history.

The recently renovated kitchen opens spectacularly onto the dining area, another more modern touch. The kitchen has a showroom finish with white cabinetry, high gloss white tiles and stainless-steel gas cooktop, oven, and dishwasher. This is a kitchen that will ensure home cooking and entertaining will become a staple of your time here.

Entry into the bathroom will seal the deal when it comes to falling in love with this home. With rippled double sinks, decorative tiles extending into the oversize shower with double shower heads, heated towel rails and the chance to luxuriate in the back to wall bath. They don’t come more elegant than this!

Heating and cooling are offered via the ducted heating system, gas log fire in the lounge, store heater in the hallway and three split system air conditioners in the master, lounge and kitchen/dining areas ensuring no matter the season you will always be comfortable.

Externally you will find a beautifully laid out low maintenance garden ready for you to move in. The large north facing patio extends across the back of the house, perfect for summer barbecues or taking in an early winter’s sunset around the fire. Established fruit trees provide a bountiful harvest each year.

The powered rear garage and shed are provided easy access from the side of the block, with the rear shed featuring a functional wood heater/oven. Additionally, there is a separate garden shed and a second secure gravel parking spot for your car, trailer, boat, or caravan!

Situated on a large corner block of 869sqm, which features two crown allotments, this home is within a short walk to shops, Colac Secondary School, Central Reserve and the bowling club for a meal, beverage, or a little exercise.

They certainly don’t make them like this anymore and we know this distinguished residence will impress.