The Chronicle

Regal ambience in this beautiful home

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SET on a sprawling 1134 sqm allotment over three lots is ‘Miralee’ — a once grand old lady oozing heritage, class and finesse.

Built in 1914, this superb example of unique Toowoomba architectu­re still retains many of the original features.

Located in the heritage-listed Caledonian Estate, this fivebedroo­m home shares a quiet cul-de-sac with gorgeous renovated homes.

Imagine being able to walk a few minutes to some of the most prestigiou­s schools in Toowoomba, Queens Park, restaurant­s, theatres and the city’s fabulous heart.

Framing the impressive facade are two towering pines, planted by the original owners (the Watson Family), in 1914.

These gorgeous trees reflect the grand proportion­s of the historic home.

Up the stairs and onto the original wraparound veranda, with beautiful iron lace, is the once-revered living room and formal lounge.

Reminiscen­t of a bygone era, with intact features such as tongue-and-groove walls and ceilings, fan lights, appealing timber floors (under carpet), stained-glass panels in Federation colours and a fireplace, the rooms are grand in scale, elegant in design and have a regal ambience.

The stunning pressed-metal ceiling in the living room is an outstandin­g example of opulence from that era.

The kitchen, dining and bathroom have undergone various changes over the years and would benefit from a sympatheti­c renovation, to the northeast.

Almost in the middle of town, and perched on three lots, with two-street access, 7 Stirling Street presents as an extremely exciting opportunit­y.

Always admired, ‘Miralee’ has the right pedigree to be restored, loved and be brimming with life once again.

All it needs, is the right buyer willing to bring it back to its full potential.

 ?? Picture: Contribute­d ?? BYGONE ERA: The rooms are grand in scale and elegant in design.
Picture: Contribute­d BYGONE ERA: The rooms are grand in scale and elegant in design.

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