608 Dana St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350

The original section of the house, built in 1919, retains the superb period features of the era, including lead light windows, soaring ceilings, picture rails, deep windowsills & original fireplaces. The bedrooms have all been modernised to include floor to ceiling BIRs, allowing for plenty of storage & the feature period windows have all been fitted with roman blinds.

The large main bathroom, situated off the hallway has been completely renovated & fitted out with a deep bath, free-standing shower & long vanity topped with white Stone Italiana bench tops. The large glass mirror & unique light feature, along with round penny tiles that extend all the way to the ceiling, ensure this bathroom is one of the most impressive features of the home.

Off the hallway, a set of stairs lead to a study nook & then onto the private sanctuary of the main suite. Situated away from the other bedrooms, the suite contains the main bedroom, ensuite, WIR & private balcony, overlooking the incredible sights of Ballarat. The ensuite has a sophisticated yet classic feel, with a large mirror & floating vanity, made from Stone Italiana & underfloor heating. A step up, takes you to a modern open shower & free standing, stone bath, with tasteful shutters on the window, helping to maximise the view & light. The large WIR contains plenty of storage, & full cupboard doors ensure that clothes & belongings are out of sight.

Heading down the stairs & back towards the rear of the home, you leave the old & enter the new, through magnificent glass doors. This modern, light-filled, spacious extension is the real 'wow' factor of the home & provides great connection to the original house. The contemporary addition, includes an open plan kitchen, dining & lounge, and features a large, gas log fireplace, along with tasteful joinery throughout.

The outstanding, modern kitchen containing Italian Carrara marble benchtops & enormous island bench, is a cook's dream. The kitchen incorporates a double sink, stainless steel mixer, & high-end European Appliances including an integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge & freezer, and large free-standing oven with gas top stove. There is also a hidden appliance cupboard, where items can remain tangible but out of sight, easily accessed through a sliding door. Adjoining the kitchen is a very useful, enclosed Butler's Pantry, with stone bench tops & ample shelving & storage.

The light filled lounge & dining areas contain beautiful, wooden, French doors that open out to the incredible manicured & landscaped back garden & alfresco area. Roman blinds can be pulled down to block the light & create privacy, or stunning linen sheer curtains can be drawn, to create a chic & relaxed effect. Extending on from the open plan living space, is a light filled link, which leads to a second large living area that could be utilised for a number of purposes. The space would be well suited to a second lounge room, rumpus room, gym, or office & contains its own water closet & bench seating. Sitting atop the long bench are bi-fold windows, that slide across & open right up to the BBQ & Alfresco area, creating that wonderful indoor/outdoor effect.

Flowing off around the corner from the kitchen is the laundry, with a huge drying cupboard, plenty of shelving & storage, and access to outside through a back door. Also contained in this area is a small mudroom.

The immaculately landscaped gardens are a real feature of this property & sit well alongside the many older, established trees in the front & back yards. In the backyard, a stunning Elm tree, as old as the original property, provides a beautiful focal point & also offers shade in the warmer months as well as privacy. The gardens contain sensored dusk lights, which create a magnificent effect in the early evening, lighting up feature trees & providing charming visual appeal.

A sophisticated irrigation system ensures that the manicured turf & garden beds are well looked after. The system is controlled by a high tech, wall mounted unit & is easy to use, with simple connection to an app on the phone. Surrounding the perfectly manicured back lawns, are honed bluestone pavers, which extend to an alfresco area, with a built-in BBQ & joinery. Down the west side of the property is low maintenance, artificial turf & kid's play area, complete with cubby house, sand pit & slide.

Other features of this property include off street undercover carport; remote controlled sliding gates; external security cameras; internal security sensors; hydronic heating; reverse cycle ducted A/C; in-built garden shed; pull down loft storage above the rumpus room & much more.

This is one of Ballarat's finest heritage homes, renovated to perfection & positioned in an enviable central location, within walking distance to all that Ballarat has to offer. Providing the perfect amalgamation between old & new, this property is certain to impress. Inspection by Private Viewing only.

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