Built in the early 1870's this magnificent polychrome brick Victorian Villa is quite possibly the most significant home ever built in Geelong West and is sprawled over an imposing 1,400sqm of land boasting two street frontages. The impressive façade is symmetrical with a pair of bay windows, a concave profile veranda that wraps around the front of the home and is decorated with ornate feature cast iron and intricate tile work. The home on entry opens up with a large central hall way with soaring ceilings, ornate cornice work and many large rooms that could double as bedrooms or formal living rooms, a dressing room, library and of course the large central ball room. The home boasts many beautiful heritage features from the era and beyond and holds a unique part of Geelong West's history with its bellowing pipe organ and many feature marble fire places throughout. The home was extended in the 70's with the addition of the dining room, modern kitchen with marble benchtops and home office to create the perfect sanctuary for the once modern family. This captivating home is now at the ready for the next chapter with the astute purchaser having the imagination and keen eye for restoration to modernization for the new generation to enjoy. The once maid quarters adds more rooms for the astute buyer to utilize and transformed would make the perfect space for a studio or home office or anyone looking to run a home business. The extensive gardens are beautifully maintained throughout the property and sets the perfect scene for sipping Pimm's on the veranda or by the pool on a hot summer's day. One could only imagine this grand Geelong West residence incorporating a few modern touches as it would be one of the most significant properties in the region. Located within a short stroll to cosmopolitan Pakington St, the Geelong CBD, the train station and the best private schools the region has to offer including Geelong College and Sacred Heart Girls College. - Set on approx. 1,400sqm of land taking in two street frontages - Magnificent and rare brick Victorian villa with bold architecture - Substantial residence with large rooms and maid quarters - Rear access to double garage, extensive manicured gardens and pool - Plenty of opportunity for updates and located in blue chip Geelong West