48 Maesbury Street

"Maesbury House" Absolutely stunning colonial/early Victorian double-fronted residence (Circa 1848), of grand proportions and set well back from the street behind secure electric gates & video intercom control to the pedestrian gate. A truly impressive entrance, grand circular driveway, lined with beautiful, manicured box hedges & planting to both boundary sides, including feature lighting. There is ample off-street parking, choose from the front driveway, or along the driveway to the left to 2 secure car parks in the carport with remote-controlled roller door (ideal for tradies vans, a boat or caravan). From the moment you arrive, there is instant WOW with the 'picture book' character façade. Maesbury House', is steeped in history, originally built by John Roberts, who built many of the early dwellings in Kensington 'village', by the mid 1850's, and also was a founder of the Clayton Church (corner The Parade and Portrush Road). View of Clayton Church spire clearly and uniquely visible from front verandah. The residence has recently been given a Vogue-inspired interior makeover. A thoughtful and fresh renovation, catering to a myriad of buyers, including those who wish to work from home & multigenerational families, with separate accesses, where required. The contemporary interior blends beautifully with significant character features, 3.4 metre plus ceilings, grand room sizes and a tunnel-style wine cellar room to excite the wine-buffs. Upon entry, chic whitewashed Herringbone engineered Oak floors line the foyer which flow through to the impressive hallway, featuring a magnificent cathedral-height ceiling, designer-style contemporary light fitting & sky windows. There are 3 extra-large bedrooms, a home office/music room or reading room, offering own access, garden views & perfect northern orientation with large picture windows. All 4 rooms provide new, on-trend carpet & resort-style plantation shutters to all bedroom windows. The indulgent master provides a pleasant garden/street view, freestanding robes for 2 & a decorative fireplace. There is stunning new en-suite with large terrazzo-themed floor tiles, eye-catching curved double shower fitted with rainforest shower heads & two basins to the 'floating' vanity & toilet. Bedroom 2 also offers a garden/street view, extensive wall-to-wall built-in robes & a decorative fireplace. Bedroom 3 at the rear of the home would be perfect for teens, as it provides a sparkling en-suite & own entrance from the covered courtyard/carport area. The re-furbished full bathroom in the centre of the home is perfect for guests and close to the 2nd bedroom. The practical floorplan provides all living spaces to one side. Open the set of classic, clear leadlight doors to the elegant and welcoming lounge room. This large open space includes a new modern Escea gas fire, traditional picture rails & timber detailing. Step through to the gourmet kitchen featuring striking sage-toned cabinetry, complementing the polished black granite benchtops/breakfast bar & black hardware. New appliances include a 900 mm wide Smeg glass cooktop & stainless-steel under-bench oven, canopy rangehood, Asko dishwasher & there is provision for an icemaker fridge. The kitchen adjoins open plan meals & casual living areas, including a sliding door off the kitchen & classic French doors from the living, opening out to superb Mintaro slate-paved alfresco dining & private entertaining. This easy-care outdoor space can be accessed directly from the southern end of the front verandah or walk through from the paved rear courtyard/carport. The sizeable side entertaining area also provides a neat lawn area for children & pets to play, walled garden bed, privacy screening, or install a pool to this space, if desired. A separate guest toilet off the laundry room is ideal when entertaining in the kitchen/living or outdoors. Extras Include:- Ducted reverse-cycle air-conditioning (zoned), modern ceiling fans, security system, sensor lighting, video intercom, NBN & automated irrigation. Be the next custodian of this magnificent residence in the heart of Kensington. Open the door to:- Stylish, easy-care living with abundant space Grand, light-filled room sizes Superior fit-out Multigenerational living Close the door to:- Renovating & extending Long commutes to the city, popular schools, shopping & lifestyle venues Constant gardening Position perfect Walk to Pembroke School & Loreto College, zoned for Marryatville Primary & High Schools, close to the vibrant Parade, Burnside Village & less than 5 km's to the city. Council - City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters Zoning - Established Neighbourhood Year Built - 1848 Land Size - 819m² Total Build area - 341m² Council Rates - $3,553.33 per year SA Water Rates - $1,435.44 per year Emergency Services Levy - $302.75 per year All information or material provided has been obtained from third party sources and, as such, we cannot guarantee that the information or material is accurate. Ouwens Casserly Real Estate Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any errors or omissions (including, but not limited to, a property's floor plans and land size, building condition or age). Interested potential purchasers should make their own enquiries and obtain their own professional advice. Ouwens Casserly Real Estate Pty Ltd partners with third party providers including *** (REA) and Before You Buy Australia Pty Ltd (BYB). If you elect to use the BYB website and service, you are dealing directly with BYB. 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