26 St Chester Avenue
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Positioned in one of Lake Gardens' most tightly held streets, this elegant residence delivers a refined family lifestyle defined by space, privacy and timeless appeal. Set behind established gardens on a generous allotment, the home immediately impresses with its grand proportions and classic presentation. A welcoming entry hall introduces soaring ceilings, polished tiled floors and a sweeping staircase, setting the tone for the quality and scale that continues throughout. At the heart of the home, a generous open-plan family and dining area enjoys a prized north-facing orientation, bathing the space in natural light throughout the day. The beautifully appointed kitchen features stone benchtops and splashbacks, complemented by excellent storage, and connects seamlessly with the main living zones. French doors extend this space outdoors, creating an ideal environment for relaxed family living and entertaining. Multiple living zones provide flexibility for families of all stages, including a formal living room highlighted by a striking marble fireplace with gas log fire, adding warmth and sophistication. Large windows throughout enhance the sense of space and maintain a strong connection to the beautifully landscaped rear garden. The outdoor setting is private and immaculately maintained, offering a tranquil backdrop for everyday living, with established hedging and mature trees enhancing both privacy and appeal. A thoughtfully positioned ground-floor master suite provides an ideal retreat, offering privacy and everyday convenience, while upstairs accommodation is generous and well-zoned for family living. Bathrooms are finished with stone benchtops, reinforcing the home's commitment to quality and enduring style. The home is further complimented by a well-designed laundry featuring a drying cupboard, excellent storage throughout, ducted gas heating and evaporative air conditioning for year round comfort. Secure garaging includes rear access to a storage shed, ideal for housing a golf cart or trailer. Ideally located moments from Lake Wendouree walking tracks, the Ballarat Golf Club, Ballarat Grammar, local cafés and the CBD, this outstanding home presents a rare opportunity to secure a prestigious Lake Gardens address with enduring lifestyle value.
Property Details
- Property Type
- house
- Listing Type
- For Sale
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Parking
- 2
- Land Area
- 640 m²
- Listed
- 3 months ago
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Living in Lake Gardens
This 4-bedroom house in Lake Gardens, VIC 3355 sits within reach of public transport, local shops and nearby schools. It is listed 46% above the $850,000 median of 64 comparable houseswithin 5 km.
Schools near Lake Gardens
- Ballarat Specialist Schoolcombined · U · CoEd
- Ballarat High Schoolsecondary · 7-12 · CoEd
What's nearby
- Unnamed (bus) — 416 m away
- Soapbox — 959 m away
- Unnamed — 229 m away
- Lake Gardens Playground — 324 m away
- St John's Wood — 367 m away
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Full suburb profile- Population
- 1,801
- Median age
- 51
- Household income
- $1,534/wk
- Median rent
- $360/wk
- Median mortgage
- $1,733/mo
Source: ABS Census.
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