22 Donaldson Street

Bentleigh VIC 3204

In the most magical enclave of garden beauty, this mesmerising three bedroom two bathroom c1929 timber Californian Bungalow exudes a timeless sense of charm, restored and renewed over the years. Much loved for 30 years by the one family, they've retained the attraction of the high ceilings, ornate cornices, sash windows, leadlights, original fireplaces and Baltic pine floorboards while adding new tones to the decorative ceilings and timber architraves. Welcomed by a charming tessellated tiled porch overlooking the delightful greenery, this irresistible home enjoys a wide entrance foyer, a beautiful main bedroom suite with bay window, built in robes and tasteful ensuite; double leadlight doors to a captivating lounge with intricately painted ceilings, double doors to the dazzling dining room with window seat, a glorious Tasmanian Blackwood kitchen with granite benchtops, Smeg oven, Neff cooktop and butler's nook (Fisher & Paykel dish drawers); an appealing family living and dining room, two further good sized bedrooms/study with robes, a pristine bathroom and a European laundry with fitted ironing board. A sliding glass door uncovers the gorgeous brick paved undercover alfresco area overlooking an inviting spa underneath an endearing rotunda in the idyllic rear garden. Flexible to your needs with its versatile tandem garage or fitted workshop, this beautiful Bungalow provides ducted heating, reverse cycle air conditioning, ceiling fans, a security system, elegant drapes, a wealth of storage and secure undercover parking under the carport. Exceptional within its quiet street position and zoned to the prized McKinnon Secondary College, excitingly close to McKinnon Road's vibrant caf and shopping scene, buses and train station; walk to both McKinnon schools, McKinnon Reserve and Joyce Park, and within easy reach of Centre Road convenience and OLSH College.