20 Mortimore Street

Elevated with a wide frontage on 829m2 approx. in the Housing Choice and Transport Zone 2, this vintage red brick three bedroom two bathroom classic has been enriched with modern period charm while offering family flexibility with its two room bungalow. A unique indoor outdoor design with its open air north facing deck rising to the entrance portico with movable screens that extend the covered entertainer's deck, this heartwarming home is engaging with its double leadlight doors to a north facing lounge with Jetmaster gas fireplace and vintage bookshelves, a sun filled main bedroom with tasteful ensuite and built in robes, a heritage bathroom with checkered floors and claw foot bath, two further double bedrooms with robes, an inviting family room with double doors to the west facing deck, and striking kitchen with Technika 900mm stove and canopy rangehood. The peaceful rear garden is home to another alfresco area, plenty of fruit trees and the two room bungalow with a vintage bathroom/laundry, a fabulous work from home space, fourth bedroom or guest house. Overflowing with character from its original floorboards, to its leadlight entry, picture rails, warm timber detail and stucco walls, this solid brick treasure has the modern touches you want with scope to add your own spin on the charm, complete with keyless entry, double glazed windows, ducted heating and air conditioning, ceiling fans, plenty of storage and a lock up garage. Alternatively, it has the making of an excellent development site,subject to council approval. Footsteps to Halley Park, zoned for Tucker Road Bentleigh Primary School and Bentleigh Secondary College, walk to OLSH College, St Paul's Primary School, Patterson Road shops, cafes and bakeries, Patterson station, the 701 bus and Tucker Road cafes, minutes to Centre Road essentials.