This exceptionally lovely renovated late Victorian house has been meticulously maintained and has all the striking features of its period: iron laced return verandah, lacework around the front verandah and decorative stained glass.

Set in a landscaped garden with a rear deck accessed by French doors, this gem of a property provides excellent private outdoor living and sits in a boulevard lined with great elm trees.

Original detailing of the period has been retained, with high skirting boards, deep cornices and ornate ceiling roses.

The house interior is painted in neutral colours and the dark polished floorboards are original Baltic pine.

A renovation has modernised the house, adding central heating, air conditioning, a gas decorative fireplace and the NBN fibre - optic cable connection.

There's new wiring and a power board, the roofing and guttering have been upgraded, and a recent new hot water system has made this house both comfortable and convenient.

There are three generous bedrooms and a quiet study/home office, which could alternatively be a fourth bedroom. The main bedroom includes a fireplace, decorative mantel and grand bay window.

The house has two bathrooms, including an ensuite with a dressing room.

There are two living rooms adorned with decorative Roman blinds and ornate lighting, in keeping with the period of the home.

The charming kitchen has granite benchtops, stainless steel appliances and a walk-in pantry. Exposed brickwork is a beautiful contrasting feature among the white timber walls. To help keep a busy family on top of the washing, there's also a large laundry.

Along with off street parking, there is a double car garage on the quiet back street (Stewart Street).

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Hospitals, excellent state secondary and primary schools, prestigious private schools, Ballarat's CBD, shopping and restaurants are all in close proximity. The location is a bonus for recreation, with the atmospheric Lake Wendouree and expansive Victoria Park just minutes walking distance away.

Newington is notable for Victoria Park, Ballarat's largest open parkland which features numerous sporting grounds connected by grand avenues of conifers and oaks, as well as some wetlands and lakes.

Together with the drawcard of the park and nearby schools are the houses in Newington, many of which are either Victorian or interwar styles and highly popular for investors in this fabulous inner-city location.

This all makes for a property that could be enjoyed by a family, professionals or retirees. Don't miss this opportunity, contact the agent to book an inspection.

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