Set amid a large 4,883m2 block of lush, mature landscaped gardens complete with a picturesque pond and bridge, this beautiful home originally built in 1895, has been sympathetically renovated and extended to its current glory. Located within the township of Yass with approximately one kilometre away from the CBD, this unexpected oasis offers a reflection of old-world charm and ambience. On entering the original double brick cottage, you will be impressed with the large sitting room with doors leading to the covered entertaining deck and featuring a warm fireplace. The open-plan kitchen overlooking the dining room features an island bench, granite benchtops and is modern, functional, and large and is centrally located within the home. The family room is located next to the dining room and leads to the outdoor entertaining covered deck providing beautiful vista of the garden. 'Sleepy Hollow' is a unique, elegant residence ideally suited to any family who is looking for a semi-rural lifestyle in an urban area with all the modern comforts and amenities. Features: Originally built circa 1895 Thoughtfully and beautifully extended and renovated with consideration given to original features Sitting on a large 4,883m2 block of lush, mature landscaped gardens Light-filled home Surrounded by garden views mostly from every room Double brick in older part of home Double glazed windows in new extension Three bedrooms, all with robes Master with stunning ensuite Study/4th bedroom Massive, light-filled formal sitting room complete with: a gas fireplace large glass windows door opening to the covered deck/verandah with inspiring views and wall-to-wall large timber cabinet Casual living room Exceptional chef's kitchen complete with: granite stone benchtop island bench and stainless steel appliances and SMEG gas cooktop and oven Large dining room Family/media room opening to the extensive wrap-around covered terrace/deck with views Old World Charm' main bathroom with a huge claw foot bath, shower and a classic timber vanity and mirror set Enormous, covered, wrap-around verandah and deck with large entertaining spaces Additional enclosed storage at both ends of the verandah 2.5 car garage which includes a workshop space Solar heated, fully covered swim spa with hard lid (approved) overlooking the gardens Two original fireplaces – one modernised with gas heating and the second one with an electric heater Additional gas fireplace but currently has the chimney blocked off Lead light feature windows Polished timber floors High ceilings throughout Energy saving 2.5kw solar system back to the grid R5 roof insulation Zoned, ducted reverse cycle heating (gas) and cooling (electric) Reverse cycle system in formal living room Registered bore for water and water tank The house is connected to town water and has a double filtration system which supports connections to outlets in the kitchen and showers. Additionally, there is filtered rainwater to a separate kitchen sink outlet Private established gardens of over an acre providing brilliant seasonal colours throughout the year and a beautiful canopy over the gardens in the summer Large pond with a walk bridge flower beds garden nooks and winding walkways, nine raised vegetable gardens and established fruit trees Large pond with a walk bridge 'Sleepy Hollow' is a unique, elegant residence ideally suited to an family who is looking for a semi-rural lifestyle in an urban area with all the modern comforts and amenities