12 Stephenson Street

Californian character met by countless modern comforts, perfect for a family to move straight in and establish roots 3 large bedrooms, 3 living areas (potential 4th bedroom), 2 chic bathrooms, an extra powder room and gourmet kitchen Entertainer's deck with a servery, cabana for enhanced entertainment prowess, backyard for kids to run around, parking for 3+ Steps to Vernon Street shops, Spotswood Village and CBD trains, near Grazeland, Candied Bakery and respected schools Placed sensationally with the inner west's best never more than moments away, this exceptional residence stays true to its Californian character in a revamp to rival the area's finest, perfect for a family to lay roots and truly make its own. With thriving trees, minimal traffic and a community atmosphere central to the streetscape's appeal, the home makes its mark with a façade full of Bungalow charm, beyond which clever updates and period elegance go hand-in-hand. Generous proportion brings real usability to every sun-splashed space, with downstairs accommodation in two bedrooms, extensive robe storage and a revamped bathroom with a bathtub complementing an upper master with its own walk-in robe and chic ensuite. An open retreat/study offers easy scope to be reworked into a fourth bedroom, while taking centre-stage on a free-flowing lower level, a light-filled living area, open meals space and gabled-ceiling family room surround a covered alfresco deck, making hospitality a breeze. A freestanding cabana only adds to entertainment prowess, while a substantial backyard promises ample room for dogs to run around, kids to kick a ball, or a future pool (STCA). Porcelain benches, plentiful cabinetry and upscale appliances mean the wrap-around kitchen can cater for any occasion, while a long list of other highlights includes split-system heating/cooling, ceiling fans, hardwood floorboards, plush carpets, security, an indoor-outdoor servery, downstairs laundry and powder room, backyard shed and driveway parking for at least three cars. Why you'll love this location: A leafy retreat from the bustle while remaining part of the vibrancy, it's right by Spotswood Village for popular bars and brunch spots, local shops on Vernon Street, the Union Quarter precinct, culinary staple Grazeland and a true Melbourne icon in Candied Bakery. Parks, playgrounds, sporting clubs and rolling fairways at Westgate are all close by, Williamstown/Altona buses, Spotswood Station and the West Gate Bridge and Tunnel make commuting easy and St Margaret Mary's Primary, Spotswood Primary, Bayside P-12 College and Emmanuel College headline superb schooling options. * Approximate