Double storey it is of dramatic and wondrous proportions. The original part of the house, facing onto Mair Street, has delightful period features throughout including antique, brass fittings, marble fireplace surrounds, ornate ceiling roses and etched glass around doorways.

Resplendent in the northern sun is the stately sitting or reception room at the front of the house with a huge bay window.

Ideal as a guest retreat is a large bedroom with walk-in robe on the first floor. Around the corner is a huge main bathroom with gorgeous tessellated period tiles on the floor, white wall tiles, claw foot bath and pedestal basin. Next door is a similarly decorated powder room.

The updated original kitchen is functional and smart with laundry included.

While this is stunning, cross to the new part of the house and the wow factor really ramps up.

Spectacular in scale and style a second kitchen has been added. Solid walnut timber cabinetry is dramatically offset against granite bench tops and stainless steel. A huge island bench takes centre stage and there is an expansive corner pantry.

Adjacent, the main family room looks out over the backyard with windows in keeping with the original residence. Spacious, stylish and modern the room has a cosy gas fire log heater, and marble fireplace surround.

No expense has been spared in this renovation. Solid bluestone foundations, red brick walls, slate roofing, stunning bird themed stained glass windows and hardwood banisters have all been continued into the new part of the home.

Choose from two timber staircases to reach the upper floor.

At the top of the stairs a light bright living area converts easily to a breathtaking office or consulting space. There are another four bedrooms on this floor as well as two bathrooms and a formal living space overlooking the street.

Adjacent to the master suite is a luxurious bathroom with marble bench top and bath surround. The heated towel rack does a marvellous job.

Despite the extension, outside is still a sizeable yard. There is an undercover alfresco dining area, raised garden beds and cubby house for the kids.

Access is secure with a remote roller door off Dawson Street to the yard and garage within.

Bed 6 Bath 3 Car 2

BALLARAT CENTRAL

505 Mair Street

Price: $1,450,000

Agent: Paterson & Veal

Phone:  Tim Veal on 0419 561 915 or 5333 7293

Inspect:  Saturday, August 20 between 12noon and 12:30pm by registration only