There is something very special about the feeling you get from entering a home like this. Whether it's the presence of visitors of all the years gone by, or the lifetime of memories behind these walls, it envelopes you in a sense of nostalgia and warmth, like a hug from a loved one. Bathed in sunlight and blessed with cooling breezes from its elevated allotment, 19 Shallmar Street is a charming cottage of character and comfort. It's bittersweet for the owners to say goodbye to their beloved home and neighbours after 30+ years of happy living here but the time has come to find the next custodians of this fine property. Immaculately maintained throughout, astute purchasers will no doubt be quick to act! Sitting pretty in one of The Gap's most sought-after and desired pockets, the residence rests on a generous 607m2 parcel and boasts panoramic views toward Taylor Range. It is a pristine example of post-war architecture with the addition of thoughtful updates that have created a walk-in-ready dwelling for your immediate enjoyment. Promising comfortable in//outdoor living as is, with incredible scope to further enhance, there is much to love about 19 Shallmar Street and inspection will not disappoint! Further features you're sure to love include: * Move-in ready interiors and a thoughtful layout that would suit singles, couples, friends and families alike * Generous living and dining spaces are wrapped in glass windows, taking full advantage of the leafy vistas and cooling breezes on offer * Country-style kitchen with stone bench and parquetry floors is light and bright and perfectly positioned for anything from daily dining to entertaining en masse * Beautiful back deck overlooking the yard - rest, relax & rejuvenate whilst listening to the birds or watching the kids at play * Three light and bright bedrooms, each with good natural light and leafy vistas * Split upper level bathroom for ease of use - walk in shower and vanity together and separate toilet and vanity for guests * Massive under house utility space with second bathroom and laundry facilities * Double under house garaging plus single carport * Low maintenance gardens, level access around the house and a peaceful position in one of The Gap's most sought-after primary school catchments * Situated to offer prime access to The Gap State Primary & High School(s), in a walk-to-everywhere pocket handy to city bound buses and a choice of local amenities * Unbridled potential for adding personal touches, renovations or to build your dream home (STCA) BONUS: Solar Panel System; Rainwater tank; Split system Air Conditioning; Security bars on windows & doors; Work bench space; Vege/garden beds; Freshly painted interiors; Hardwood floor boards under carpet; A perfect starter home for those who place a premium on location, the home is set against a leafy green backdrop and offers a unique lifestyle opportunity for astute investors, first home buyers, owner/builders, seasoned renovators, singles and families alike. ABOUT THE AREA: Nestled into the leafy foothills of Mt Coot-Tha, The Gap is handy for all the conveniences and infrastructure that caters to every need of a growing family. There are several shopping centres and supermarkets within easy reach along with restaurants, parkland, professional services, sporting facilities (including The Gap Pony Club & The Gap Health and Racquet Club, Taylor Range Club and the Ashgrove Golf Course), child care centres and private and public primary and secondary schools. As well as The Gap's excellent local amenities on Waterworks Road, the neighbouring suburb of Ashgrove features the village atmosphere of Ashgrove Avenue & Ashgrove Central shopping centre. A little further towards the city are Rosalie's brilliant restaurants, cafes and gourmet food outlets, and fashionable Paddington with its restaurants, antique stores, up-market boutiques, variety shopping and entertainment venues. The Gap State School, Payne Road Primary School, Hilder Road Primary School and St Peter's Chanel Catholic Primary Schools are all located in The Gap and only minutes away are the highly-regarded Ashgrove Marist Boys College, Mater Dei Primary School, Stuartholme and Mount St Michaels Girls Schools. The Gap is within very easy reach of Brisbane Forest Park with its natural bush land, and the Enoggera Reservoir, walking trails wildlife and magnificent mountain top views. It is also a short drive to enjoy the country village atmosphere and weekend markets of Samford and the Samford Valley. Your new lifestyle opportunity awaits!! Don't miss it. Disclaimer: This property is being sold without a price and therefore a price guide cannot be provided. The website may have filtered the property into a price bracket for website functionality purposes.