Vast estate-style home in Springfield
Held in the same family for more than 45 years, this architectural ’70s home in the Adelaide foothills is now on the market, offering expansive views over the city and direct access to the nearby Carrick Hill.
Nestled in the Adelaide foothills, 31 Coreega Avenue was the perfect location to grow up, according to Peter Kosti.
When the swimming pool and the tennis court weren’t entertainment enough for Peter, his two siblings and the rest of the kids on the street, they would spend hours exploring Carrick Hill, which the property has direct access to.
“The property backs onto 40 hectares of beautifully manicured grounds, and the estate is locked at night so it’s really exclusive,” says Peter, a builder.
“Having that whole vista at the back and a completely different vista at the front, you feel immersed in the foothills of Adelaide.”
Peter’s parents James, a general practitioner, and Loula Kosti purchased the land in Springfield in the late 1970s and built the home.
“The design is Spanish style, hence all the arches,” Peter says.
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“My dad played the classical guitar and it was a Flamenco influence that he used to enjoy playing, so that’s where his inspiration to build a Spanish-style home [came from].
“I think that Spanish influence gave our lifestyle a sense of being on holiday.”
Peter says one of the best features of the house is its location; a rare combination of the tranquillity of the Hills, the proximity of urban living, and a close-knit community on the street.
“It’s so quiet and serene, it’s like you’re living in your own private hillside retreat, but just seven kilometres from the city,” Peter says.
“There were lots of kids growing up and we all used to play in that cul-de-sac … and it all felt very safe.”
Peter still keeps in contact with the children he grew up with on Coreega Avenue.
Situated on a block of almost 1250 square metres, the expansive home boasts five bedrooms, three bathrooms and four parking spaces.
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But it’s the views, not the sheer space, that first capture visitors’ attention.
“The city views over Adelaide are outstanding; the sunsets are incredible,” Peter says.
“It’s got a beautiful lounge room with huge raked ceilings, which flows onto the centre balcony, overlooking the city.
“From quite a few rooms in the house there are city views, upstairs and downstairs, and that’s what normally catches visitors’ eyes.
“They stop and say ‘wow’ and then they walk to the backyard and it’s an even bigger ‘wow’.
“It’s really something special and that’s what I love about it; I is close [to everything] but it feels like living in the Hills.”
Since it was built almost 50 years ago, the property hasn’t needed much work. Peter’s parents had the kitchen redone, opening it up to the living room, and the bathrooms are recently renovated.
“It’s regrettable [moving] because that location – we’re not going to get that again,” Peter says.
Although Peter has long since moved out of his childhood home, the final closure of his family’s story in their Coreega Avenue home has left him feeling nostalgic.
“It’s family and food and barbecues and friends playing in the pool,” Peter says.
“I’m feeling very nostalgic, but I’m excited for the next chapter for it and hopefully it continues with the happiness that it gave us.
“My parents have always said the home gave them a sense of calm. It’s a peaceful lifestyle you can’t really replicate.”
The sale of 31 Coreega Avenue, Springfield, is being handled by Karen Lombe and Troy Law of Harris Real Estate.
