102 Melrose Street

Mount Pleasant SA 5235

LAND
1,530m2. Large, well fenced allotment with well-established mature gardens and good lawn areas. The front of the home is serviced by the dual, concrete entrances forming a circular driveway. Access to the rear yard allows secure parking for large vehicles behind the high fencing and lockable gates. The allotment features a front, wrought iron fence with two lockable, double gates.
RESIDENCE
A substantial, 1940's, elegant home featuring many original Art Deco characteristics and boasting 20 squares of living. The curved steps invite you into the formal entrance hall of the home, which features a decorative, ceiling rose. High, 10 foot ceilings and polished, Baltic Pine floor boards are a welcoming feature throughout. The spacious, formal lounge features another decorative ceiling rose, a ceiling fan, an ornate fireplace with mantle and there is a set of beautifully etched, glass, French doors that lead into the formal dining room. Leading off the dining room there is a music/games room, which could easily be used as a 5th bedroom. Large windows provide a view of the fernery. The stylish, renovated kitchen has quality appliances including a Smeg oven, ceramic hotplates and a dishwasher. There are ample preparation areas and plenty of cupboard space, including pot drawers, and natural light from the skylight and the large window above the sink. The master bedroom has a ceiling fan and a full length, mirrored robe, which reflects the light and gives a spacious feel to the room. Bedrooms two and three have large built-in robes The fourth bedroom has large windows overlooking the rear yard. The renovated bathroom features a bath, shower and vanity. A laundry/utility room, with toilet, leads out into the large sun-filled, family room which overlooks the full length verandah/patio area.
IMPROVEMENTS
A double length carport adjoins the eastern side of the home and there are large, double gates that provide an entry into the secure rear yard. A full length verandah at the rear of the home merges into a sheltered pergola and a shade area suitable for your ferns and more delicate plants. There is a large poultry shed with secure yard and a variety of sheds on the property. Over 20,000 gallons of rain water storage is plumbed in to the house.
LOCATION
In a prime position, with other businesses in close proximity, this unique, little shop has been continuously open since the 1880's. Initially it was a Barber s, then a Dentist, then a
Hairdressing Salon for many years and currently it is a Vintage and Antique Store which is trading at least 4 days a week. The Mount Pleasant township is serviced by a 24 hour emergency Hospital with a Residential Care facility and a Medical Practice. The
Kindergarten and Primary School are within an easy walk and there are a couple of different options for High School bus pick-ups. A daily bus route to Adelaide is also available. Local facilities include a Local Government Office with a Natural Resource centre and a library, Bank SA, Bakery, General Store, Chemist, Butcher, Post Office, Second-hand Store, two Hotels as well as a weekly Farmer s Market. Several award winning Wineries are close by and sporting options include the Oval and Horse Riding Club facilities, Bowling Green, Tennis Courts and the Golf Course. An easy, ten minutes to the supermarket in the neighbouring town, thirty minutes to the river and the Barossa Valley and approximately one hour to Adelaide CBD and approximately 40 minutes to Tea Tree Plaza.