184 Centre Road

Bentleigh VIC 3204

First time offered since 1973, this lovingly maintained four bedroom two and a half bathroom c1938 attic style charmer is a blend of quality and esteem from another era while creating the promise for the future. Generously proportioned retaining its 3 mt approx. ceilings, tuckpointed brickwork, leadlight entry, rich timber detail, deep sills and original floorboards under the carpets, this enchanting charmer enjoys a terrazzo security porch, a wide entry foyer, a north facing sitting room (tapestry brick fireplace) double leadlight doors to the majestic dining room (tapestry brick fireplace with provision for gas fire) and a downstairs fourth bedroom/executive study serviced by a terrazzo bathroom. The owner extended the home with retro 70s flair and Tudor connections, featuring a funky kitchen (vintage upright stove and Asko dishwasher) with generous meals area, an archway to a fabulous family room (wet bar), a laundry, a small study and a powder room. The attic style first floor is home to three charming bedrooms (walk in/built in robes with access to roof storage), a subway tiled semi ensuite and a second study. The glorious rear garden is home to a versatile cottage style home office, entertainment room or studio (gym, artist, etc) with cathedral ceiling a secluded Merbau deck (caf blinds) behind, plus the makings of a brick barbecue area and lush mature gardens. Whisper quiet inside, this beautiful home will benefit from ducted reverse cycle air conditioning, external blinds solar panels, a water tank and a lock up garage with an extensive driveway parking for five including a front parking bay. In this sought after locale, a short stroll to Bentleigh's main retail precinct, train and bus services, walk to Bentleigh West Primary School, Brighton Secondary College, Clapperton Street Park and Dendy Park.