A once in a lifetime opportunity to secure one of South Australia's most iconic and coveted style of home on a generous allotment of 696m2.

Prime opportunity to purchase a piece of South Australian history and enjoy the craftsmanship and elegance of this delightful return veranda villa boasting original "L" shaped entry with grand central arch, opening onto large lofty rooms with 3.6m high ceilings and warm polished Baltic timber floor boards throughout, original feature lead-lighting to various doors and windows, high skirting boards, picture rails and most flexible floor plan of six main rooms.

Lovingly cared for over its 120 year history, every room has maintained the original character of this gracious home from the most elegant formal lounge room with stunning fireplace surrounded by an ornate timber mantel, three double bedrooms (two with built-in floor-to-ceiling wardrobes), and separate dining room (or 4th bedroom). A good sized eat-in kitchen complete with solid timber cupboards provide the perfect vantage point for views into the rear yard.

Extensive outdoor improvements include a shady rear veranda with dry cellar below, carport and lock-up garage. The large rear yard with many established fruit trees and grape vines throughout, chook shed and garden shed provides ample space for the avid gardener or for those seeking to create their own poolside oasis. Whilst the low maintenance front yard complete with an established rose garden compliments the period charm of this gracious home.

Nestled in the heart of Croydon and surrounded by other character homes and beautiful tree lined streets, walking distance to the buzz of the Queen Street cafe and boutique store precinct, completes this unique offering which is only minutes drive to the CBD, RAH and QEH hospitals, city universities, Bowden and North Adelaide cafes and eateries, and leading private and public schools.

To be Auctioned on Saturday, 7 March 2020 at 11.30am

The Vendor's Statement (Form 1), the Auction Contract and the Conditions of Sale will be available for perusal by members of the public -
a) at 708 Port Road, BEVERLEY for at least 3 consecutive business days immediately preceding the
auction and,
b) at the place at which the auction is to be conducted for at least 30 minutes immediately before the auction commences.

For further information or to arrange an inspection of this lovely character home please contact listing agents and Croydon real estate specialist Mila Inat 0411 641 120 or Inma Inat 0421 407 489 of LJ Hooker Woodville or email: [email protected] - 7 days a week.

RLA 61848