42 Macdonald Avenue

Why settle for one home when you can have two? Ideally nestled in a prime Padbury location, this outstanding property delivers an exciting lifestyle of flexibility, comfort and future promise, headlined by a beautifully-renovated 3 bedroom 1 bathroom family abode and a brand-new, council-approved 2 bed 1 bath "granny flat" at the rear. Ideal for large or multi-generational families, investors chasing dual-income potential or buyers wanting room to adapt as life evolves, it also boasts premium upgrades, planning approval for a second storey and an unbeatable open-space parkside setting alongside Padbury Primary School. A remote-controlled driveway access gate as well as an adjacent pedestrian gate provide security and peace of mind to lots of parking, a remote-controlled single lock-up carport (with backyard access), a large garden shed and an enormous front yard with easy-care artificial turf, an entry deck and a cubby/play house and sandpit for the kids. Down the side is a generous paved drying courtyard with a tool shed, whilst the back of the property features a spacious entertaining courtyard and an elevated and heated naked freshwater swimming pool with resort-style vibes and an in-ground pool blanket neighbouring the spectacular studio and its own delightful entry/sitting verandah with integrated audio speakers. The main house welcomes you inside with its expansive open-plan living, dining and kitchen area that plays host to split-system air-conditioning, a corner wood-burner fireplace heater, sleek concrete bench tops, an island breakfast bar with double farmhouse-style sinks and stylish pendant light fittings, hexagonal-tile splashbacks, a stainless-steel range hood, a standalone Smeg stainless-steel six-burner gas-cooktop/oven, a new integrated dishwasher and direct courtyard and backyard access. A spacious and carpeted front master suite is the pick of the bedrooms with its "his and hers" walk-through wardrobe, leading into a fully-tiled and revamped designer bathroom with a Velux skylight, a free-standing bathtub, a walk-in shower, vanity and toilet. The second bedroom is also carpeted, whilst a separate second toilet complements a European-style hallway laundry nook with a brand-new washer-dryer combination. High angled ceilings and feature wainscoting highlight the granny-flat's own open-plan living, meals and kitchen area benefitting from sweeping proportions, split-system air-conditioning, natural stone bench tops, a wide sink, a breakfast bar, a range hood, an Induction cooktop, an under-bench oven, an integrated fridge/freezer and a scullery/laundry with a storage pantry. Both of the bedrooms have mirrored built-in robes and are serviced by a central "second" bathroom with a toilet, rain shower, natural stone vanity and under-bench storage. Sprawling MacDonald Park and its fantastic playground sits just up the road, with bus stops and other lush local parks and reserves also very much nearby. The likes of terrific family restaurants, Alex Junior Café and the All Foods Market IGA at Padbury Shopping Centre are within arm's reach too, along with Padbury Catholic Primary School, other great primary schools, the stunning Hepburn Heights Conservation Area, Forrest Plaza and its new Kilo Bakery & Coffee store, the freeway, the Greenwood and Whitfords Train Stations, Duncraig Senior High School, Sacred Heart College, St Mark's Anglican Community School, two daycare centres, more trendy cafes and eateries, the outstanding Westfield Whitford City Shopping Centre, Craigie Leisure Centre and Open Space, Hillarys Boat Harbour, Hillarys Beach Club, the new Sorrento Beach Club, pristine beaches and everything in between. The work is done, the options are endless and the future has never looked brighter. This residence truly is one of a kind! Other features include, but are not limited to: 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms in total Three-phase power connected Under-ground power recently completed Keyless front-door entry to main house Low-maintenance timber-look flooring Full roof to main house professionally restored and repainted New roof insulation for improved comfort and energy-efficiency Solar-power panels (Fronius inverter) Whole-house water-filtration system with reverse-osmosis filter in the kitchen CCTV security cameras (6) Feature ceiling cornices Feature skirting boards Ample outdoor power points Security doors and screens Solar hot-water system to main house Upgraded pool heater Dedicated electrical sub-board and independent electric hot-water system to "granny flat" Framing already completed to convert the two front granny-flat windows into one large feature window creating an even brighter open living space Extensive front-wall and retaining works completed Tesla electric-vehicle charger included Extra parking space on the front verge Planning approval already in place for a second-storey addition Comfortable 688sqm (approx.) block with council-approved external improvements R20 zoning Built in 1973 (approx.) Disclaimer: This information is provided for general information purposes only and is based on information provided by the Seller and may be subject to change. No warranty or representation is made as to its accuracy and interested parties should place no reliance on it and should make their own independent enquiries.