53 Russell Street

Quarry Hill VIC 3550

Ideally positioned in the heart of tightly-held Quarry Hill, walking distance to primary and secondary schools, La Trobe University, railway station and CBD, is this beautifully maintained, brick veneer, Post-war home. Neat as a pin both inside and out, this charming home has been refurbished to offer modern conveniences, whilst retaining many original, quality character features.A formal entry includes floor-to-ceiling timber closets and to one side of the hallway is a lounge room. Double doors lead into a dining room and the open fireplace sits under a brick mantle with original built-in china cabinets to either side. The original servery window from the kitchen in the next room has been retained, and although the kitchen has benefitted from a contemporary refurbishment, much of the original cabinetry remains, providing excellent storage as well as period appeal.The home enjoys four good-sized bedrooms, all with built-in robes. The family bathroom has also been refurbished and at the rear of the home is a large laundry providing an additional toilet.A door from the kitchen opens out to the spacious rear garden. A sunny patio overlooks the backyard, with views of One Tree Hill in the distance. Mature eucalypts and an established garden soften the large space, and a garden shed and single shed provide storage and room for a workshop. The long, paved driveway leads down to a single garage with roller door, and offers easy access to the rear yard.Additional features include:Ducted evaporative coolingGas heating and open fireplaceOriginal period features throughout including high ceilings, decorative cornice, decorative ceiling roses, brick mantles and built-in cabinetryKitchen stove with separate grill and four-burner electric cooktopAmple storageSingle garage, single shed and garden shedAccess to the rear yard from both sides of the homeThis delightful property is ideally positioned in a quality area walking distance to all amenities. Sitting on a huge allotment with a vista across to the Greater Bendigo National Park, this home offers plenty of scope with space for an extension, or added elements to the rear garden such as a larger shed or swimming pool. Absolutely ideal for a buyer looking to create a home in a fantastic central locale.