Sold for $565,000
Sold for $565,000109 Highland Street, Esk QLD 4312
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Property was sold on 9 August 2021.
Sold on 9 August 2021.
4 beds
3 baths
1 car
House
2ha
4
3
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House
2ha
"Coolboorah" is perfectly located on the block - with North Facing Verandah and set back on the block for privacy This home was originally commissioned by Mt T Irving, then Secretary of the Brisbane Tramways company , built by Mr I McMahon and completed in August 1902. The Current owners have spared no expense or thought to showcasing the fabulous features of a home of this Era - ie Cedar weighted sash windows throughout, 3.3m high ceilings with central roses , traditional light fittings , fanlights above the doorways, large skirting boards, ornamental fireplace with antique minton tiles. HOME FEATURES : A welcoming entrance for your visitors and an outdoor living space for the residents is the Wide North facing verandah with lattice walled reception room , this charming first impression is just the start of what will keep you enthralled as you view "Coolboorah" 4 Large bedrooms Master bedroom cleverly hides an ensuite and built in robe Bay Windows feature in the Lounge Room along with the soaring ceilings, fireplace and mantle The Snug is a lovely reflective room with air conditioning comfy chairs and room for a quiet breakfast Large kitchen with walk in pantry , high benchtops, gas cooktop and 1 1/2 electric ovens , beside the kitchen is a lovely long room with louvred windows and a barn door leading to the back yard, at the end of this you will find the laundry and the Wet room ( great for the gardeners ) Shower and toilet and wide access for those with limited mobility The main bathroom features stained glass leadlight highlights, cedar sliding door, classic subway tiles in the shower, classic hexagon inlaid tiled floors and the repurposed unique vanity using antique wrought iron . The construction is from the finest of timbers , iron bark , cedar and hoop pine and oozes craftsmanship of a bygone era. even the original tramline bearers have been saved. "Coolboorah" is not a tizzied up reno, this has been a renovation of love and passion for the heritage and celebration of the practical living for Queensland's climate Of course there are Modern conveniences... Fully insulated roof and verandah area All new wiring and plumbing Gas Hot water NBN wireless 44,000 ltr water tanks Enclosed under with secure parking and workshop area Arrange your private inspection by calling 0402 500 825