Timeless charm

THIS property in North Toowoomba features a seamless blend of colonial charm and modern conveniences.

It has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two-street access and sits on more than 1500sq m.

Entry to the house is via four brick stairs which lead up to the veranda that wraps around three sides.

The front door is surrounded by decorative lead lighting and once inside you are met by the high tongue and groove ceilings and the hoop pine timber flooring.

There are two bedrooms at the front of the house, each of which has built-in robes and a window seat that looks out to the veranda.

An archway in the hall leads to the formal lounge which has a feature fireplace complete with period mantelpiece.

Off the formal lounge is a sunroom or office area that has access out to the veranda.

The third bedroom has its own walk-in robe and access to the two-way main bathroom that has an original claw-foot bath, large modern shower and a basin fitted to an ornate vanity. A separate toilet is near the bathroom.

The roomy, modern kitchen overlooks the dining area and has stone bench tops, 90cm gas cooktop with electric oven, range hood, pantry, 14 cupboards and an attractive, tiled splashback.

A window in the kitchen looks out the side yard, trees and shrubs.

Off the dining area is a 6m X 8m living or rumpus room that features a large window seat from which to view the backyard. It also has built-in shelving and air-conditioning.

This area has access to a large covered deck that adds to the large entertaining potential of this property.

The main bedroom is in a private area of its own. It is up five stairs, has views of the gardens, is large enough to hold a large suite and has room for a sitting or lounge area.

The main bedroom has a modern ensuite with large shower and roomy walk-in robe.

Internal stairs lead down to the laundry that has a long bench and to the remote lock up garage that has two panel doors.

There is storage space under the staircase.

The backyard has a trellis, aviary and seating around the base of a large shady tree would be a cool spot to retreat to.

There are gardens all around to keep greenfingers busy and garden tools and implements can be stored under the house at the back.