Address: 16 Waranga Street

THIS classic, quality-built, red-brick house in a blue-chip, tranquil pocket of Ballarat epitomises the cliche “don’t judge a book by its cover”.

A tidy street presence belies the beautifully appointed family dwelling inside.

From the front door, richly polished Jarrah floorboards flag a long central corridor, the first of myriad warm and inviting features.

Left of the entrance, bedroom one of four is carpeted with built-in robes and is primely positioned to accommodate guests.

Two more bedrooms with built-in robes occupy a wing further down the hallway, with a large family bathroom comprising a shower, bath, vanity and separate toilet.

The spacious master suite sits opposite, complete with built-in wardrobe and stylishly tiled en suite with provincial vanity and raised vessel sink, oversized shower and separate toilet.

Further down the hall is a large, warm study with concertina doors facing an open, recessed lounge room.

Concertina doors also access the rear of the house which embraces a vast open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with fl oor-to-ceiling windows looking out to an undercover deck and terraced yard beyond.

The space is warmed with a slow combustion wood fire sitting on a slate hearth.

A large laundry is accessed from the kitchen which accents a contemporary, white-tiled splashback, large stainless steel rangehood oven, deep sink and dishwasher.

A Caesarstone breakfast bar with compartment shelving and  industrial-style pendant lights overhead further enhances the kitchen, adjacent to the bay-window-shaped meals area.

The floorplan is serviced by ducted heating and cooling.

Outside, the landscaped, private rear yard encompasses three levels with paved pathways and scoria stonework, offering vistas of Nerrina’s bushland.

An established vegetable garden and orchard with cherry, apricot, plum, peach, apple, lemon and lime trees can be quenched with tank water and cement the feel of country-style living.

A double garage provides direct access to the house, while under-deck space for additional entertaining or play areas and an under-house workshop and storage room complete the package.

This property on a massive 1694-square-metre allotment in sought-after Nerrina would be ideal for buyers seeking the privacy and picturesque setting of a rural property near the amenities of the city.

* Current as of Saturday, August 2, 2014. Please check with agent for updates.

bonnie.ziegeler@fairfaxmedia.com.au