Gracious bluestone pedigree layered with contemporary sophistication and an unrivalled lifestyle position

Offered to the market for the first time in almost thirty years, this magnificent bluestone villa boasts an unrivalled position in one of Adelaide’s most affluent and highly sought-after lifestyle locations.

With a versatile and sophisticated interior, glorious garden, rear access and a sunny north facing rear with a pool, this is a residence of immense charm and quality.

Built c.1895 for Frances Bolger, the house has a fascinating pedigree having been home to several highly respected Adelaide identities in its 130 year history, including a beloved congregational minister, an early senior surgeon at the RAH, a respected barrister and a well-known charity founder.

Lush layers of Japanese box and viburnum embrace the enchanting bluestone frontage that is one of the finest examples of Victorian architecture you will see, with an elaborate lace trimmed veranda, peaked central gable with ornamental fretwork and finials, and a unique Dutch gabled end that lends grandness to the otherwise traditional symmetrical façade.

Superb period architectural details extend throughout the original footprint, including a wide central arched hallway, decorative ceiling roses and mantlepieces, a wide arched central hallway and Baltic floorboards.

These are beautifully complemented by contemporary fixtures such as discreet joinery, plantation shutters, light fittings and the open plan living extension.

The highly adaptable floorplan includes original rooms currently configured as a chic living room or fourth bedroom with a stunning marble fireplace, a home office with a built-in workstation and shelving, plus three bedrooms including the uber-stylish primary suite with a wall of contemporary joinery, a large walk-in robe and designer ensuite with dual vanities.

Flooded in light from a north facing bay window that frames the picturesque rear garden, extended open plan living incorporates an all-white kitchen with European appliances, engineered stone countertops and an L-shaped central island at which to sit, work at or share with friends. A bathroom and laundry are placed conveniently nearby.

French doors spill out to a wraparound veranda with paving that extends around the sparkling heated pool. Majestic palms, pencil pines, and layered hedging of Japanese box and lillypilly provide beauty and privacy.

Of particular note is the rear lane from Russell Street that provides access to valuable off street parking.

With its exceptional location just a short stroll from the destination shopping and eateries of both King William and Unley Roads, the idyllic Heywood Park, recreation of Unley Oval, and a short commute to the city, this gorgeous home ticks all the boxes.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

• Rear lane access
• Two car carport
• Solar heated saltwater pool
• Miele oven & combi oven
• Smeg gas cooktop
• Integrated AEG dishwasher
• New R/C air conditioning
• Solar panels
• Plantation shutters
• ‘Double glazing’ to front
• W/in pantry/storage cupboard
• Bedrooms with built-ins
• Laundry access to utility/drying yard
• Double garden shed
• Automatic irrigation

LOCATION: Premier lifestyle position less than 3km from South Terrace

LIFESTYLE: Steps from the pubs, cafes and boutique shopping of Unley Road & King William Road. Short walk to Unley Oval, Heywood Park and Goodwood Park

EDUCATION: Zoned to Unley Primary & Unley High. Enquiries may be made to Glenunga International, Adelaide Botanic & Highgate Primary. Walk to Walford