Breathe in. Breathe out. Relax. You’ve arrived at a luxury retreat with a country welcome, surrounded by the best that Bardon has to offer; schools, parkland, bike trails, gyms, shops, and the neighbourhood cafe on Lewin Street. Peacefully positioned overlooking Ithaca Creek and nestled on a generous 835m2 parcel, this classic character residence reveals a rich history in an idyllic setting. Originally the Todd’s Thistle Dairy farm house, this truly special offering provides a world of charm and romance in a walk-to-everywhere location, just moments from Brisbane’s bustling CBD. Meticulously restored to simultaneously enhance its original character and offer the best of contemporary living, the home provides enhanced functionality, generous proportions throughout and verdant leafy panoramas from the wraparound verandahs. The ultimate acreage alternative for the urban dweller, the homestead is embraced by lush established gardens, providing a family oasis of rare size, quality & privacy. Nestled into native bushland with such a wonderful sense of seclusion, this is a true inner city bush retreat and an outstanding opportunity not to be missed. • Multiple living areas and seamless in/outdoor flow to sophisticated entertaining zones cater for today’s lifestyle demands • Classic mix of formal and informal living with ornate period features throughout that includes original timber floor boards, VJ lining boards, stained glass entry door, 12ft ceilings, numerous French Doors and unique fretwork in the entrance hall depicting symbols of the United Kingdom – a crown with a lion and a unicorn • Marble crafted eat-in kitchen equipped with gas cooktop, rangehood, dishwasher, dual oven(s), bi-fold window bar/servery and central island bench • Well-crafted rear deck(s) basking in private verdant surrounds and overlooking Ithaca Creek will become your favourite spot to relax and entertain in style! There is room for a 12-seater dining table...and then some! • Stately master suite complete with luxe ensuite, walk-in robe, storage and adjoining study/nursery • Bedroom 2 (upstairs) includes a large walk-through wardrobe and study zone, ideal for teenagers and bedroom 3 (upstairs) is air-conditioned and appointed with built-in wardrobes • Dual living opportunity downstairs incorporates family and games room, bathroom, laundry and two additional built-in bedroom(s) and is the ideal teenage retreat • Low-maintenance landscaping incorporates terraces, decks and a spa plus an outdoor entertaining area with fire pit and pond • Retained garden to the rear, installed to provide a level grassed area for children and/or pets and the lovely creek is home to turtles, platypus and ducks • Family-sized laundry with drying court & 3 elegant bathrooms throughout (main bath with bath tub) • Double car accommodation and huge under house storage croft for bikes, tools, mower, camping gear etc • Situated within the Ithaca State School catchment and walking distance to Mt St. Michaels and Marist College • Approximately 5 km from CBD with multiple bus routes servicing the city centre right on your doorstep • BONUS: Plantation shutters throughout; French Doors; Bi-fold glass doors; Split-system air conditioning; Quality craftsmanship; Spa with views; Abundant storage on both levels; Water tank Occupying a generous 835sqm block in a prime leafy address, this utterly charming residence provides an exceptional sanctuary designed for outstanding family living and entertaining. Beautifully maintained, full of character and wonderfully convenient, this timeless homestead is simply a ‘must see’. For more information please contact Simon Parer on 0419 644 804.