14 Parade Street

The house is a fine and well-executed example of a Federation Bungalow style residence that has maintained a moderate-high level of authenticity and is a good example of the work of architect and former Town Clerk, Robert Greenshields. The place with its central city location, prominent open setting and corner location, has high landmark value. The property is located on a level, corner, R60-zoned block that offers double garage entrance from Duke Street and a more formal entrance from Parade Street. It has views of Princess Royal Harbour, and what you can't see you can easily walk to. Presented in immaculate condition, there is a wrap-around verandah covering 2 sides, where harbour views can be appreciated. As you enter, and all through the house, you will notice the stunning, polished, red Baltic pine flooring, lovely super high ceilings, picture rails, and stylish light fittings & window treatments. The formal lounge room boasts a feature bay window and a lovely, old feature fireplace with feature mantlepiece. You will notice that the home has a second, more intimate lounge room, which means one of these rooms could be used as a stunning 4th king- sized bedroom if desired. The master bedroom is generous in size, has water views, a closed-off fireplace and mantle and a large walk-thru dressing room leading to the ensuite bathroom. Bedrooms 2 and 3 share the same stunning features of polished boards, fireplaces, feature mantlepiece, picture rails, window treatments, light fittings (there is even an old butler's bell) and generous measurements looking even larger with the very high ceilings of the period. Hold your breath as you enter the fantastic, immense main family living/dining room, which has plenty of room for that favourite family dining setting, as well as a corner to relax in your favourite comfy chairs. There is a built-in timber cabinet with glass doors and a walk-in storage room. The kitchen is set to one side, and at the rear there are double doors to a sunny & relaxing patio. The kitchen was renovated lovingly by Andreotti Cabinets, and maintains the charm and character of the era; featuring a solid timber bench/bar, a double porcelain sink, overhead cabinets and shelving, a Bosch dishwasher, a super-wide 5-burner "falcon" stove with plate warmer and multiple ovens, a pantry, and a doorway leading to the combined scullery/laundry where the fridge is currently located. A tile fire heats the separate formal, relaxing lounge room, and transfers heat to the main living area and bedrooms. This room has 2 doors with one leading to the second entry off the verandah. Many years ago, this was used as a consulting room. Onto the sunny, north-facing patio, with its high gable roof overlooking the paved garden area and your lovely, level entry from Duke Street, and wide, powered double garage with remote roller door. The garden is reticulated, the property is on sewer and town gas with two instant gas hot water systems, and the old brick outside toilet is fully operational. It also adds character to the enclosed back yard. This stunning period home can be inspected by appointment, please contact the listing sales reps Rita McLean 0427 423 200 email rita@albanypropteam.com or Edwin McLean 0409883177 email edwin@albanpropteam.com so we can arrange a walk thru for you.